The bill amends section 3313.753 of the Revised Code to generally prohibit student use of cellular telephones in public schools. It allows school district boards of education to adopt policies that prohibit students from carrying electronic communications devices in school buildings or on school grounds, with the option to specify exceptions and disciplinary measures for violations. Additionally, by September 1, 2025, each school district must adopt a policy that prohibits all cellular telephone use by students during the instructional day, except for specific circumstances outlined in the bill, such as for learning purposes or health monitoring.

The bill also includes provisions for the public availability of these policies, requiring that they be posted prominently on school websites and made accessible to students and parents. It clarifies that any district board that adopts a policy prohibiting all cellular telephone use will meet the requirements set forth in the bill. Furthermore, it repeals the existing section 3313.753, indicating a complete overhaul of the previous regulations regarding student cellular telephone use in schools.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3313.753