Screen time prohibited for children in preschool and kindergarten.
Minnesota bill HF 3776 prohibits screens in preschool and kindergarten classrooms to reduce early childhood digital exposure and prioritize traditional learning methods.
Minnesota bill HF 3776 prohibits screens in preschool and kindergarten classrooms to reduce early childhood digital exposure and prioritize traditional learning methods.
HF 3776 would prohibit the use of screens (televisions, computers, tablets, smartphones, etc.) in preschool and kindergarten classrooms during instructional time. The bill applies to both public and private educational settings serving children in these age groups and establishes restrictions on screen-based learning tools.
Early childhood education environments shape foundational learning habits and developmental outcomes. This bill reflects growing concerns among parents and educators about screen exposure's potential effects on young children's attention spans, social-emotional development, and physical activity levels—issues that have gained prominence since increased digital learning during the pandemic.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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