Georgia Implements New Education Laws Affecting Literacy and Device Use in Schools
Georgia has enacted a series of new education laws aimed at improving literacy and managing device use in schools. Governor Brian Kemp signed nine bills, including the Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026, which introduces over 1,300 full-time literacy coaches for K-3 students and mandates a $70 million budget for literacy improvements. Additionally, House Bill 1009 bans personal electronic devices in high schools to create distraction-free environments, with exceptions for students with specific educational plans. These measures are part of a broader effort to enhance educational outcomes, as only one in three Georgia third-graders currently reads at grade level. 
