The proposed bill introduces Chapter 117, titled "Student Computer Device Privacy," to Title 16 of the General Laws concerning education. This chapter establishes definitions for key terms such as "de-identified," "educational institution," "institutional device," "location data," "personal device," "school district," and "student." It outlines strict regulations regarding the access and use of audio, video, and location data on students' institutional and personal devices. Specifically, educational institutions and school districts are prohibited from activating or accessing these functions without explicit consent from the student or their legal guardian, unless certain conditions are met, such as a judicial warrant or a response to an imminent threat to safety.

Additionally, the bill mandates that any access to audio, video, or location data must be reported to the student and their parent or legal guardian within seventy-two hours, providing a written explanation of the circumstances that warranted such access. School districts are granted the authority to adopt policies to implement these regulations, and the bill includes provisions for civil actions against violations, allowing for injunctive relief, damages, and attorney fees. The rights established under this chapter will also extend to students who are eighteen years of age or older. The act is set to take effect on August 1, 2025.