South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5442: Digital devices in public schools
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5442 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on March 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Digital devices in public schools. Primary sponsor: Melissa Oremus (Republican), April Cromer (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 59-29-245 SO AS TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF DIGITAL DEVICES BY STUDENTS IN KINDERGARTEN THROUGH FIFTH GRADE, TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF DIGITAL DEVICES BY TEACHERS IN PROVIDING INSTRUCTION TO STUDENTS IN KINDERGARTEN THROUGH FIFTH GRADE, TO PROVIDE EXCEPTIONS, AND TO DEFINE NECESSARY TERMS.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Oremus | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 84 |
| April Cromer | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 6 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works
- Introduced and read first time