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House lawmakers pass school cell phone ban — ‘I think this is going to be a game changer’

Craig Monger | 04.04.25

MONTGOMERY — Despite some pushback, the House of Representatives passed legislation on Thursday banning K-12 students from having cell phones and other wireless communication devices in the classroom.

House Bill 166 (HB166), sponsored by State Rep. Leigh Hulsey (R-Helena), addresses students’ use of cell phones and other wireless devices during the day’s instructional period.

Gov. Kay Ivey backed the legislation in her State of the State address earlier this month.

To read more on 1819 News, click this link: https://1819news.com/news/item/house-lawmakers-pass-school-cell-phone-ban-i-think-this-is-going-to-be-a-game-changer

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