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East Chicago board votes to join class‑action litigation against social media companies
Summary
Trustees adopted Resolution 2026‑01 to join litigation alleging social media harms to students; the measure passed after debate over parental responsibility and potential district recovery of funds.
The School City of East Chicago Board of Trustees voted Jan. 13 to adopt Resolution 2026‑01 authorizing the district to join class‑action litigation against social media companies that trustees and counsel say have contributed to student harm.
Board attorney Joe Harris described the resolution as part of a broader effort by several Indiana school corporations to pursue legal remedies against platforms that allow minors…
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