County Boards of Education - Student Electronic Communication Device Use Policy - Establishment (Maryland Phone-Free Schools Act)

Summary

The bill requires every Maryland county board of education to create and enforce a policy that generally bans students from using personal electronic communication devices during the school day. Exceptions are allowed for special education plans, health needs, emergencies, language translation, caregiving duties, and administrator‑approved educational use. The measure aims to reduce distractions while protecting students who need devices for legitimate reasons.

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