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Subcommittee advances bill extending school cellphone ban to high schools amid safety and equity debate
Summary
House Bill 1009 would extend an existing K–8 bell‑to‑bell cellphone ban to grades 9–12, with exceptions for medical needs and off‑campus programs; supporters said district data show improved focus and fewer disruptions, while some members sought clear reunification protocols for emergencies and uniform enforcement to avoid disparities.
Representative Hilton presented House Bill 1009 to extend the existing K–8 cellphone restriction to high schools with a bell‑to‑bell policy. The bill would allow exceptions for medical needs, dual‑enrollment and work‑based learning that occur off campus. The sponsor cited studies and district surveys reporting improved grades, reduced fights and increased student engagement where bell‑to‑bell…
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