Schools can't make social media feeds the only way to reach families or a condition for clubs
Starting in the 2027-28 school year, districts, county education offices and charter schools may not bar students from sports, clubs or other activities for not using apps with personalized feeds, or use those apps as their only way to contact students and parents.
Who it affects
Students, parents, school districts and charter schools
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027; the changes described here start on July 1, 2027.
- : Signed into law
- : Law takes effect
- : The changes described here start to apply (the law says by the start of the 2027-28 school year and sets no calendar day; California's school year formally begins July 1)
Official text
California AB 302: Pupil and parental communication: extracurricular activities: addictive feeds.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.