This bill establishes new regulations regarding the use of personal electronic communication devices by students and the communication practices of school employees in Kansas. It mandates that each school district and accredited nonpublic school adopt policies that prohibit students from using personal electronic devices during school hours, including in classrooms and during lunch. These policies must require devices to be turned off and securely stored, outline enforcement procedures for violations, and allow limited exceptions for medical needs or contacting parents through designated school devices. Additionally, the bill prohibits school employees from privately communicating with students via social media for official school purposes, although it allows for the use of approved social media platforms for broadcasting school-related information.

Furthermore, the bill requires school boards to report on the average screen time for students in grades one through four and certify the adoption of the new policies to the state board of education by September 1, 2026. The state board may also create rules to facilitate the implementation of these provisions. Notably, the regulations do not apply to virtual schools as defined in existing law.