‘Bell to bell’ cell phone ban proposed for Georgia high schools

Georgia’s teenagers could soon be doing significantly less scrolling, swiping and tapping on weekdays. The state Legislature ...
The Cincinnati Enquirer

Ohio bans cell phones in schools, with some exceptions

The state budget bill signed by Gov. Mike DeWine bans students from using cell phones under most circumstances in K-12 public schools. Districts must adopt the policy by Jan. 1, 2026. While some ...

Pa. lawmakers and educators weighing bill to ban cell phones in school, Gov. Shapiro endorses proposal

Gov. Shapiro supports legislation to ban cell phones and mobile devices from the classroom, lawmakers and educators' debate ...

RFK, Jr., shifts focus to questioning whether cell phones are safe. Here’s what the science says

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is worried about cell phones. Under the department, the Food and Drug Administration has removed webpages that asserted the devices are safe, according ...
Michigan Advance

‘A world of difference’: Teachers, parents increasingly back cell phone bans in Michigan schools

In his 30 years as teacher and administrator, Jason Purcell felt the weight of responsibility that often fell on his ...