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S461Introduced in the Senate

To protect children's learning, focus, and emotional health during school hours

Introduced

Introduced by John Velis, District HAMPDE

What does this bill do?

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Official description

For legislation to prohibit access to personal electronic devices and social media in public schools. Education.

Where it stands

Accompanied a new draft, see S2549

July 10, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Referred to the Joint Committee on Education

  2. House concurred

  3. Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2

  4. Accompanied a new draft, see S2549

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