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Texas lawmaker calls for stricter AI rules in schools, says students need stronger critical thinking skills
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ninfa Saavedra , as published by KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· June 26, 2026
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Key takeaway Jolanda Jones believes that the growing influence of AI and social media is affecting young people's critical thinking skills.
A Texas lawmaker is expressing concern about the impact of artificial intelligence on students. State Rep. Jolanda Jones believes that the growing influence of AI and social media is affecting young people's critical thinking skills.
The representative is calling for stricter rules on AI use in schools to address this issue. Further details about the proposed limits and the lawmaker's concerns are available from the source. More information can be found through a news briefing given by Rep.
Jones, which focused on the topic of AI in education and its effects on students.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local ·
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