Amends TCA Title 49.
Tennessee HB0041 requires local boards of education and public charter school governing bodies to adopt a policy regarding the use of wireless communication devices in schools starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The bill mandates that students in grades K-8 keep their devices turned off and stowed away during instructional time, while students in grades 9-12 must do the same during instructional periods, with exceptions for educational use, health monitoring, or specific educational plans. Additionally, the bill establishes a protocol for notifying parents in emergencies concerning their children at school.
Tennessee HB0041 requires local boards of education and public charter school governing bodies to adopt a policy regarding the use of wireless communication devices in schools starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The bill mandates that students in grades K-8 keep their devices turned off and stowed away during instructional time, while students in grades 9-12 must do the same during instructional periods, with exceptions for educational use, health monitoring, or specific educational plans. Additionally, the bill establishes a protocol for notifying parents in emergencies concerning their children at school.
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