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WV HB2677
To prohibit cell phone possession and usage by students during instructional time in grades K-12.
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Introduced
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
In Committee
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2025
04/12/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to provide for state board and county board policy to prohibit the use of cell phones during instructional times with provisions of exception and enforcement.
AI Summary
This bill requires the West Virginia State Board of Education to develop a model policy prohibiting students in public elementary and secondary schools from possessing or using personal cell phones or handheld communication devices during instructional time. The policy aims to balance students' academic achievement, cognitive development, safety, and well-being, and may include exceptions for emergency situations or when students need to contact their parents. Each county school board must then develop and adopt a policy consistent with the state board's model policy, with enforcement left to the discretion of the county board. The bill seeks to minimize distractions and potential disruptions caused by cell phone use during classroom instruction, recognizing the potential negative impact of personal electronic devices on the learning environment.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (8)
Marty Gearheart (R)*,
Eric Brooks (R),
Sarah Drennan (R),
Joe Ellington (R),
Joe Funkhouser (R),
Mike Hornby (R),
Bill Ridenour (R),
Doug Smith (R),
Last Action
To House Education (on 02/20/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=2677&year=2025&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb2677%20intr.htm&yr=2025&sesstype=RS&i=2677 |
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