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NH HB131

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

1/30/2026

Primary Sponsor

Roderick Ladd

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • School boards must develop and adopt policies governing student cell phone use in schools
  • Policies must restrict student personal cell phone use during class instruction unless approved by an educator
  • Districts are encouraged to allow exceptions when educators incorporate devices into lesson plans
  • Students with disabilities may continue using devices as specified in their individualized education program (IEP) or 504 plan
  • Takes effect 60 days after passage

Legislative Description

Relative to bullying and cyberbullying prevention.

Last Action

Introduced 01/29/2026 and Referred to Education; Senate Journal 3

1/30/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/30/2026
Education Policy and Administration1/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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