New State law bans cell phone use during school day

Texas House Bill 1481 may change the outlook of the school year for students across the state, as the new legislation prohibits cell phone usage while in school. According to the law — signed June 20 by Gov. Greg Abbott — school districts and charter schools must implement and ensure a policy prohibiting students from using personal communication devices while on school property during the school day. Personal electronic devices include cell phones, laptops, headphones or ear buds, tablets, and smart watches, but does not include devices provided to the student by the district. What is required? Districts must either...

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