Kay Ivey

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Last mentioned: Mar 7, 2026

Timeline

  1. Full Implementation

    Expected date for the Alabama DHR to begin active enforcement and inspections.

  2. Signed into Law

    Governor Kay Ivey signs the bill, making Alabama one of the first states to mandate these limits.

  3. Senate Approval

    The bill passes the Alabama Senate with bipartisan support after minor amendments.

  4. Legislation Introduced

    The screen time limit bill is introduced in the Alabama House of Representatives.

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Alabama Mandates Screen Time Limits for Early Childhood Education Programs

Governor Kay Ivey has signed legislation establishing strict screen time boundaries for Alabama’s early childhood education and licensed childcare programs. The law aims to prioritize developmental health by restricting digital device usage among infants and toddlers while mandating educational-only content for older children.

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