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MD HB1179
Bill
AI Summary
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Montgomery County Board of Education must develop and implement a policy limiting student cellular phone use during instructional time (defined as any time during the school day except lunch)
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Students must store phones in a secure location during instructional time, such as a locker, closed backpack, or storage device
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Exceptions allow phone use for purposes documented in a student's Individualized Education Program (IEP), to monitor or address health issues, or when directed by an educator for educational purposes
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The policy must include appropriate disciplinary measures for violations
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Effective date: July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Montgomery County - Board of Education - Student Cellular Phone Policy MC 13-25
Education, Boards of
Last Action
Withdrawn by Sponsor
3/10/2025