Bill No. 1982 amends existing legislation regarding contracts for school materials, specifically focusing on electronic educational materials. The bill mandates that all contracts between vendors and schools for electronic materials must include stipulations ensuring that the materials are ready for use by the delivery date. Additionally, it requires that vendors provide timely replacements for any defective materials and maintain support services, with a maximum response time of seven calendar days for any issues reported by the schools. The bill also introduces penalties for vendors who violate these provisions, including potential contract termination and disqualification from future contracts.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the definition of "electronic educational materials" and "vendor," ensuring that all relevant parties understand the scope of the legislation. The amendments to Section 16-106 of Title 70 include the insertion of a new requirement for electronic materials to be ready for use upon delivery, while deleting a previous provision related to the supply of alternative books. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage and approval.