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MA H715

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Joshua Tarsky

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Requires all Massachusetts school districts to implement a "pouch system" where students must secure personal electronic devices in lockable pouches upon entering school, with pouches unlocked only at the end of the school day

  • Defines "personal electronic devices" as cell phones, tablets, smart watches, computers, or other portable devices capable of voice communication, text messaging, or internet access

  • Allows teachers or administrators to authorize device use in specific circumstances under district policy

  • Mandates school districts submit their pouch system policies annually to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for review and approval

  • Requires the department to promulgate regulations establishing minimum requirements for district policies under Chapter 30A

Legislative Description

Relative to phone-free schools

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4745

11/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Education2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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