HB0825Enacted

Teen Social Media and Internet Safety Act

Amends TCA Title 49.

Tennessee HB0825, titled the "Teen Social Media and Internet Safety Act," mandates the development of social media and internet safety curricula for students in grades 6-12 in local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools. Key provisions include requirements for the curricula to cover topics such as time management on social media, mental health impacts, and safe usage practices, as well as the establishment of an opt-out process for parents. The bill also restricts student access to social media on school-provided internet, effective from the 2025-2026 school year.

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Overview

Tennessee HB0825, titled the "Teen Social Media and Internet Safety Act," mandates the development of social media and internet safety curricula for students in grades 6-12 in local education agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools. Key provisions include requirements for the curricula to cover topics such as time management on social media, mental health impacts, and safe usage practices, as well as the establishment of an opt-out process for parents. The bill also restricts student access to social media on school-provided internet, effective from the 2025-2026 school year.

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Sponsor

Maberry, Aron

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 4, 2025

Last Action

April 28, 2025

Pub. Ch. 195

Subjects
Education, CurriculumTitles, ShortSchools, CharterLocal Education AgenciesEducation, Dept. ofEducation

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