Bill > S0065

This bill amends South Carolina law to strengthen regulations around the use of wireless electronic communication devices in school classrooms. The legislation defines wireless electronic communication devices broadly to include mobile phones, personal digital assistants, paging devices, text-messaging devices, watches, and similar communication tools. It requires school district boards of trustees to develop and implement policies that explicitly prohibit students and employees from using personal electronic devices during academic instruction periods. The bill mandates that these device usage restrictions be included in the district's written student conduct standards and that any policy involving device confiscation must also outline a process for returning the device to its owner. By specifying these requirements, the bill aims to minimize classroom distractions and maintain a focused learning environment. The new regulations will take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, applying to both student and employee electronic device usage during instructional time.

Education

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=65&session=126&summary=B