Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the use of cellphones in classrooms in public K-12 schools.

Highlights:

• Prohibits the use of cellphones, computers, tablets, or any other gaming devices in classrooms in public K-12 schools (Sec. 1-7).

• Prohibits the use of these devices at school and requires education boards to establish an Internet safety policy (Sec. 1-7).

• Requires students to complete a social media safety course before beginning the eighth grade (Sec. 1-7).

• Specifies ​​that there are only some special circumstances when students may use their devices, including if a student has special accommodations or educational supervision, usage is allowed (Sec. 1-7).

• Specifies that students can still have their phones stored in "a locker, car, or similar storage location" for emergency circumstances, but they must be turned off (Sec. 1-7).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 8).

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