SB0098 | Parental Education on Student Use of Technology Amendments

Description
General Description: 
Highlighted Provisions: 

Create a video presentation for parents regarding potential safety and legal issues a student may encounter regarding the student's use of technology.

Bill Details
Year: 
2025
Status: 
Senate/ to standing committee
Last Action: 
Jan 21, 2025
Sponsor
Senator
Republican - District 2
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Pending
Impact on Children: 

Parents need to be educated about their child's digital technology use so that they can be better informed to combat the negative aspects and influences of digital technology and make better decisions for their child regarding this topic.

Commission: 
Safety
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

That Utah PTA and its constituent associations help educate parents on the importance of monitoring their youth and teens’ digital behavior and activity online and help parents find appropriate resources such as, but not limited to, training on digital wellness, existing phone manufacturer filters, other filters and other technological tools to help limit exposure to potentially harmful content

National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements: 

That National PTA and its constituent organizations will work with partners, associated organizations, and government agencies to inform and educate students, parents, educators, and communities on the dangers associated with the Internet and wireless and other electronic communications