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HB3488Introduced in the House

SCH CD-WIRELESS COMM DEVICE

IntroducedHouse Rules

Introduced by Michelle Mussman, District 56

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the School Code. Provides that, on or before the 2026-2027 school year, each school board shall adopt and implement a wireless communication device policy that: (1) prohibits a student from using a wireless communication device during instructional time, except as otherwise provided; and (2) includes guidance for secure and accessible storage of wireless devices during instructional time. Provides that the policy may not prohibit a student from using a wireless communication device during instructional time: (1) when a teacher or instructor has authorized the student to use a wireless communication device for educational purposes; (2) in an emergency or in response to an imminent threat to the health or safety of an individual; (3) when a licensed physician determines that the possession or use of a wireless communication device is necessary for the health or well-being of the student; or (4) to fulfill an Individualized Education Plan or a Section 504 plan developed under Section 504; or (5) when the wireless communication device is necessary for students who are English learners to access learning materials. Prohibits a district from enforcing the policy through fees, fines, the deployment of a School Resource Officer, or local law enforcement officer. Requires each school board to review the effectiveness of its wireless communication device policy at least every 3 years.

Where it stands

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz

March 25, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Michelle Mussman

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

  4. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Fred Crespo

  5. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl

  6. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Janet Yang Rohr

  7. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Margaret Croke

  8. Assigned to Education Policy Committee

  9. Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

  10. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz

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