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HB 3077

Requires school districts to develop instructional materials regarding the responsible use of social media

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Melissa Schmidt

Missouri requires school districts to develop curricula teaching students responsible social media use, aiming to improve digital literacy and online safety without specifying content standards or funding mechanisms.

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Bill Summary · HB 3077

Legislative bill overview

HB 3077 mandates that Missouri school districts create and implement curriculum materials focused on teaching students the responsible use of social media. The bill appears designed to address growing concerns about youth digital literacy, cyberbullying, and online safety by making this education a standardized requirement across districts.

Why is this important

Social media use among youth is nearly universal, yet many young people lack formal education about its risks and responsible practices. School-based curricula on this topic could help reduce cyberbullying, improve digital citizenship, and teach critical thinking about online content—issues that impact student mental health, academic performance, and safety both in and out of school.

Potential points of contention

  • Curriculum specifics undefined: The bill requires districts to develop curriculum but doesn't specify content standards, age-appropriate frameworks, or learning objectives, potentially creating inconsistency across Missouri districts
  • Implementation costs and resources: Districts must allocate staff time and potentially funding for curriculum development and teacher training without clear state funding mechanisms identified
  • Parental involvement and values: Disagreement may arise over how social media topics (mental health impacts, political polarization, privacy concerns) align with different family values and whether parents have adequate input on content
  • Liability questions: Unclear whether districts could face liability if curriculum doesn't prevent real-world harms students encounter on social media platforms

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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