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OK SB1719
OK SB1719Schools; extending prohibition on use of cell phones and personal electronic devices on certain campuses. Effective date. Emergency.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to schools; amending Section 1, Chapter 30, O.S.L. 2025 (70 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 1-126), which relates to prohibited use of cell phones and personal electronic devices on certain campuses; extending prohibition; removing language allowing public school district boards of education to adopt certain policy beginning in certain school year; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill extends the prohibition on students using cell phones and personal electronic devices, which are defined as any device capable of connecting to the internet or a cellular network, on public school campuses during instructional time, referred to as "bell to bell," meaning from the start of the school day until dismissal. Previously, school districts had the option to implement such a policy starting in the 2026-2027 school year, but this bill removes that option and mandates that all school districts must adopt this policy for the 2025-2026 school year and every year after, with exceptions for emergencies or health monitoring. The bill also declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Education (on 02/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1719&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: SB1719 INT FI | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/impact%20statements/fiscal/Senate/SB1719%20INT%20FI.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1719%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1719%20INT.PDF |
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