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Texas bill would ban student personal communication devices during school day; Pearland ISD to set local policy
Summary
The superintendent said House Bill 1481, passed by both chambers and awaiting the governor's signature, would prohibit students' use of personal communication devices from arrival to dismissal; the district will work with the board to decide whether to ban devices on campus or require secure storage.
Superintendent, Pearland ISD, said House Bill 1481 would prohibit students from using personal communication devices during the entire school day if signed by the governor.
"It will ban, prohibit the use of personal communication devices for students during the entire school day," the superintendent said, adding that the ban would cover "your smartphone, that's…
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