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TX HB2205
Bill
Status
1/29/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ben Bumgarner
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AI Summary
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Requires school district boards of trustees and open-enrollment charter school governing bodies to adopt policies prohibiting students from using personal electronic devices during instructional time
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Defines "personal electronic device" as any device capable of connecting to a cellular network or the Internet, including computers, smartphones, tablets, and smart watches
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Excludes devices issued to students by the school district or charter school from the prohibition
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Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year
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Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to a policy prohibiting the use of personal electronic devices by public school students during instructional time.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Public Education
3/14/2025