This bill mandates that each public school district's school board develop and adopt a policy regarding the use of electronic communication devices by students. The policy must be established before the 2025-26 school year and should involve stakeholder participation to address the specific needs of students, parents, and educators. The policy will generally prohibit the use of electronic communication devices on school property or during school functions, but it will allow exceptions for specific circumstances, such as when required by a student's individualized education program, for educational purposes authorized by the school district, in emergencies, for health care management, or as deemed appropriate by school officials.
Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions related to electronic communication devices, including cell phones, and emphasizes that the policy should not permit the monitoring or accessing of information on devices not owned or provided by the school district. The bill is declared an emergency measure, taking effect immediately upon passage and approval.