Cellphone ban in schools gets bipartisan support in House committee: What's next
Gov. Kevin Stitt and legislative leaders have said one of their top goals this year is curbing student cellphone use.
School cellphone ban: What's in Gov. Kathy Hochul's plan and how could it work on Long Island?
Cutting down on kids' screen time is popular among many Long Island educators and parents. But some said the state should let school districts set their own policies.
Governor Hochul pushes for cell phone ban in new op-ed
Governor Kathy Hochul continues to advocate for a ban on cell phones during the school day, emphasizing the detrimental effects these devi
House committee advances bill requiring Oklahoma school cellphone bans
A major priority for Oklahoma lawmakers and the governor was the first item on the House Common Education Committee’s agenda Wednesday. In its first meeting of 2025, the committee voted 11-2 to pass House Bill 1276 with bipartisan support.
A N.Y. ban on cellphones in schools: What does the research show?
A new study monitored smartphone data to understand screen time use by adolescents. The report, called "Adolescent Smartphone Use During School Hours,” was recently published in a medical journal. (Dan Gleiter | [email protected]) Dan Gleiter | [email protected]
Houston County superintendent skeptical of statewide cell phone ban in schools
Alabama lawmakers are considering a cell phones' place in the classroom in the upcoming 2025 legislative session, and while some believe they should be banned all together, one Wiregrass educator said it should be handled at a local level.
Nebraska lawmakers consider requiring K-12 schools to ban cellphone use on school grounds
The intent of the bill is to implement cellphone restrictions in all of Nebraska's K-12 schools. However, Attorney General Mike Hilgers, who collaborated on the bill, said that the current language is overly broad and is in need of amendments to specify the policy.
Iowa schools cellphone ban bill on the table at subcommittee meeting
A subcommittee meeting was held Wednesday to discuss a ban on cellphones in Iowa schools.Governor Kim Reynolds has said they are a distraction for students, and
Bill to ban cell phones from classrooms in Utah advances
A bill that would ban cell phones from classrooms all over the state has won support from the Senate Education Committee.
Will proposal to ban cell phones in schools work?
Under Gov. Kathy Hochul's plan, there would be exceptions for students who need access, but the ban proposal still needs legislative approval. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.
Bill banning student cellphone use in Arkansas public schools unanimously passes through Senate committee
The Senate Education Committee advanced a bill Monday to require public schools to ban cellphones for students from "bell to bell."
The Cherry Hill school board has banned cell phones for its members during meetings — mirroring a student phone ban
After imposing a cell phone ban for students, the Cherry Hill school board has adopted a policy to require board members to ...
Proposed New York school cellphone ban appears to get backing from new study on usage. Here's what the findings reveal.
A new study has revealed just how much time kids spend on their phones during the school day, and it lends some credence to ...
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Gov. Reynolds' bill restricting cell phone use in schools advances in the Iowa Senate
The proposed bill would require school districts to adopt a policy banning the use of personal electronic devices — including ...
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A cellphone ban in Utah schools is closer to reality with overwhelming support in Legislature
Not having a policy on devices in schools is already a policy for the state of Utah, said South Jordan Republican Sen.
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LAUSD to enforce cellphone ban: What parents think
With LAUSD’s cellphone ban taking effect Feb. 18, parents and students debate its impact. Will it reduce distractions or ...