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- Governor Kay Ivey signed the Healthy Early Development and Screen Time Act in Alabama, establishing guidelines that limit electronic screen access in early childhood education and childcare facilities.
- The act takes effect on January 1, 2027.
- It sets guidelines for appropriate screen use, emphasizing a balance between technology and hands-on learning.
- The act requires training for educators on managing screen time to ensure technology complements hands-on learning and human interaction.
