County Boards of Education - Student Technology Use Policy - Requirements
In the Senate - Hearing 2/04 at 2:00 p.m.
Summary
The bill requires each Maryland county board of education to adopt a policy that generally prohibits or limits smartphones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches, and similar devices for students while school is in session. Exceptions are allowed for activities listed 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, reviewed every two years, and enforced with disciplinary measures such as in‑school suspensions.
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