County Boards of Education - Student Technology Use Policy - Requirements
Hearing 2/05 at 1:00 p.m. (House)
Summary
The bill requires every Maryland county board of education to create a policy that restricts or bans students from using smartphones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches, and similar devices while school is in session. Exceptions are allowed only for activities outlined in a student’s IEP or Section 504 plan, for documented health monitoring, or for specific educational purposes. The policy must be posted online, included in student handbooks, and reviewed every two years.
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- Ways and Means — Bill HearingWays and Means · Feb 5, 2026
History
- Hearing 2/05 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Ways and Means
- Pre-filed
Sponsors
- Wu · sponsor
- Kaufman
- Pasteur
- Patterson
- T. Morgan
- Ziegler
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