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SB 198·SD·senate

restrict the use of a cell phone by a student during the school day.

FailedFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Karr
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Do Pass Amended — House of Representatives, Failed

Mar 5, 2026

Summary

The bill would bar students in South Dakota public schools from using cell phones during instructional time, unless a medical or educational accommodation permits it or an emergency requires it. School districts would be required to adopt policies that set disciplinary actions for violations. The measure failed to pass.

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