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OK HB1276

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Chad Caldwell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • School district boards must adopt policies prohibiting student cell phone and personal electronic device use during the entire school day and on school grounds before the 2025-2026 school year

  • Policies must include exceptions for emergency use, including medical issues documented by a licensed medical professional

  • District boards may opt out by voting to adopt an alternative policy allowing device usage, but must review and approve such policies annually

  • Covered devices include cell phones, smart watches, smart headphones, laptops, tablets, and smart glasses, but exclude school-issued or school-approved devices used for classroom instruction

  • Effective date is July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause allowing immediate effect upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Schools; requiring district policies prohibiting student cell phone and personal electronic device use under certain circumstances; effective date; emergency.

Last Action

Placed on General Order

4/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Education4/1/2025
Common Education2/4/2025
Education Oversight2/4/2025

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