PA HB 2786 school AI policy requirement
Pennsylvania HB 2786 — Responsible Artificial Intelligence Policies for Schools (Public School Code amendment; reported as amended Oct. 6, 2026)
Pennsylvania · Pa. HB 2786 (2025-26 Sess.)
- Status
- Proposed / pending
- Applies to
- Pennsylvania public school entities
A Pennsylvania House bill that would amend the Public School Code to require artificial intelligence policies for schools (sponsor memo: 'Establishing Responsible Artificial Intelligence Policies for Schools'). The House Education Committee amended it and reported it out 14-12 on Oct. 6, 2026. It has not passed the House.
Who is protected: Pennsylvania public school students
Legal detail
HB 2786 (2025-26 session), Public School Code of 1949 amendment 'in student supports, providing for artificial intelligence policy.' Referred to Education Sept. 25, 2026 (PN 3929); amendment A04448 adopted 26-0 and reported as amended (PN 4006) 14-12 on Oct. 6, 2026; first consideration; laid on the table. NOT ESTABLISHED: the specific policy elements required (text not reviewed).
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Citation | Pa. HB 2786 (2025-26 Sess.) |
| Private right of action | No, agency enforcement only |
| Topics | education AI · children's online safety |
| Bill text | HB 2786 bill information — Pennsylvania General Assembly |
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