SB 1481
Requires school districts and charter schools to promulgate a written policy regarding student possession and use of cellular phones
Sponsor:
LR Number:
5954S.01I
Last Action:
3/7/2024 - Second Read and Referred S Select Committee on Empowering Missouri Parents and Children Committee
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Effective Date:
August 28, 2024

Current Bill Summary

SB 1481 - This act requires all public school districts and public charter schools to promulgate a written policy regarding student possession and use of cellular phones by July 1, 2025. Such a policy shall address the possession of cellular phones on school property or at school functions and the use of cellular phones during instructional time. The act outlines certain provisions that may be included in such a policy, including provisions regarding the use of cellular phones for educational purposes and the designation of an area where cellular phones may be permitted to be used. The policy may provide that a student who possesses or uses a cellular phone in violation of the policy may be subject to disciplinary action.

OLIVIA SHANNON

Amendments

No Amendments Found.