The bill mandates that starting in the 2025-2026 school year, all school district boards of education in Oklahoma must adopt a policy that prohibits the use of cell phones and personal electronic devices by students on campus from the start to the end of the school day, referred to as "bell to bell." This policy must include disciplinary procedures for any violations. For the following school year, 2026-2027, and beyond, school districts will have the option to implement a similar policy.
The bill defines key terms, including "bell to bell" and "personal electronic device," which encompasses various devices capable of connecting to the internet or other networks, while excluding school-issued devices meant for classroom instruction. Additionally, the policy may allow for exceptions, such as emergency use of devices or for students who need to monitor health issues.