Senate passes bill allowing districts to transfer surplus devices to students
Feb 11, 2026
Senators approved substitute Senate Bill 6222 to let school districts transfer surplus technology (laptops/tablets) to students at depreciated value, prioritizing low-income students; supporters said the bill is optional for districts and aims to reduce the digital divide.
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The Senate voted to pass Substitute Senate Bill 6222, authorizing school districts to provide surplus technology hardware — laptops and tablets — to students for use during the school year at depreciated value and allowing districts to prioritize low-income students.
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