Governor Healey throws support behind school cell phone ban
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There are some exceptions to the proposed “phone-free” rule, which if passed would go into effect on July 1 of next year. The policy comes amid new state legislation giving school districts until July 2026 to “restrict or prohibit the use of mobile communication devices” on campuses during school hours.
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed 13 bills into law on Wednesday, including a sweeping education bill that bans students from using cell phones in schools during the school day.
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signs a new bill banning cell phone use in K-12 schools, effective Aug. 28. ST. LOUIS — On Wednesday, Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed 13 bills into law sent to his desk by the legislature.
Congressman Chris Deluzio is trying to figure out a plan that can give individual school districts flexibility while addressing the fact that there is a national crisis among children with smart phone and social media addictions.