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This bill requires school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to adopt a policy prohibiting students from using personal wireless communication devices (defined as electronic devices like laptops, cell phones, and tablets not issued by the school) during instructional time. The policy must include exceptions for devices used to implement individualized education programs, accommodate student health needs documented by a physician, or comply with specific health and safety requirements. Personal wireless communication devices are broadly defined to include any electronic device capable of transmitting or receiving data, such as text messages. The policy will take effect for the 2025-2026 school year, and the bill itself becomes effective either immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the immediate voting threshold. The goal of the bill appears to be minimizing distractions and promoting focused learning environments in public schools by restricting personal device use during class time.

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