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This bill requires all school boards in Maine to create and implement a comprehensive policy regarding personal electronic devices, specifically cellular telephones and wearable devices with internet or cellular network capabilities, by August 1, 2026. The bill mandates that these policies must address when and how students can use such devices during the school day, though the specific details of the policy are left to each school board's discretion. By establishing this requirement, the legislation aims to provide clear guidelines for managing student use of personal electronic devices in public schools, recognizing the potential distractions and challenges posed by these technologies in educational settings. The bill amends the Maine Revised Statutes Annotated (MRSA) Title 20-A, Section 1001 by adding a new subsection that compels school boards to take proactive steps in regulating electronic device usage.

Education

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1234&snum=132