Bill > SB00539

This bill requires local and regional school boards to develop and implement policies restricting cell phone use for students in grades six through twelve during standard school hours. The primary goal is to create a learning environment with fewer distractions by limiting students' ability to use mobile devices during the school day. By mandating these policies, the legislation aims to help students stay more focused on academic instruction and reduce potential disruptions caused by cell phone use. The bill does not provide specific details about the exact nature of the cell phone restrictions, leaving the precise implementation to individual school boards, but it clearly establishes a statewide expectation that schools should take active steps to minimize cell phone usage among middle and high school students.

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