Education; require local boards of education and other public school governing bodies to consider total cost of ownership and related factors when purchasing school technology devices

Summary

The bill directs local school boards and other public school governing bodies to evaluate long‑term costs, flexibility for innovation, and resale value when buying computers, tablets, interactive boards, and related equipment. Starting in 2027, they must submit yearly reports on device counts, break/fix rates, repairs, and repair costs to the Department of Education, which then reports to state leaders. This aims to improve fiscal oversight and device longevity in Georgia schools.

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