The "Bell to Bell, No Cell Act" aims to amend public school discipline policies regarding the use of personal electronic devices by students. The act recognizes the increasing use of cell phones and social media among young people, which can have negative impacts on their academic performance and mental health. It emphasizes the need for safe school environments conducive to learning while balancing the rights of students and parents to communicate freely. The act mandates that by the 2025-2026 school year, each public school district and open-enrollment public charter school must establish a written policy governing the possession and use of personal electronic devices during the school day.

Key provisions of the act include the requirement for schools to submit their policies for review and approval, the establishment of definitions for terms such as "emergency" and "personal electronic device," and the stipulation that policies must restrict the use of these devices during school hours. The act also outlines exemptions for students who require devices for health reasons or educational purposes, and it mandates that schools publish their policies on their websites before the school year begins. Additionally, schools that fail to comply with these requirements may face accreditation violations, and they will not be held liable for any lost or damaged devices that are confiscated under the policy.