Bill > S2079

This bill aims to reduce non-ionizing radiation exposure in schools. The key provisions include: 1. The state education board shall promote the reduction of non-thermal non-ionizing radiation exposures to students and staff, encourage schools to use paper and pen instead of technology, establish policies to reduce non-ionizing radiation, and increase education on potential harms. The board shall also consider measures requiring technology use as "not applicable" to avoid penalizing schools that reduce technology use. 2. It shall be unlawful to use wireless transmissions on school grounds, with exceptions for medical emergencies or safety threats. Schools must remove transmitting devices and establish policies for students and staff who violate this law, which may include education or recovery programs. Schools that fail to remove devices within a reasonable time may face penalties. 3. The use of wireless communications devices on school grounds that transmit harmful non-ionizing radiation shall be illegal, and those who obstruct the removal of such devices may face fines or imprisonment. 4. The state library board shall use funding to encourage public libraries to reduce non-ionizing radiation exposures from wireless communications and electronic technology.

Education, Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2079