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KS HB2186
Bill
Status
1/31/2025
Primary Sponsor
Education
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AI Summary
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Kansas school districts must adopt policies prohibiting students from using privately owned electronic devices (cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, etc.) during normal school hours, including passing periods and in classrooms
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Students may only use personal devices during school hours if required by an IEP or 504 plan, authorized by staff for educational purposes (not as rewards or free time), or pre-approved for health, emergency, or other special circumstances
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School districts must prohibit students from accessing social media platforms on school-owned computers and devices
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Districts must establish disciplinary actions and consequences for policy violations
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Takes effect upon publication in the Kansas statute book
Legislative Description
Requiring school districts to prohibit the use of privately owned electronic communication devices during school hours and to prohibit students from using school district computers or devices to access social media platforms.
Last Action
House Referred to Committee on Education
1/31/2025