California AB235 would require school districts to adopt policies limiting smartphone use by pupils during school hours.

California AB235 amends the Education Code to mandate that school districts, county boards of education, and charter schools develop policies restricting smartphone use by pupils during school hours. These policies can either be full-day restrictions or schedule-based restrictions. Exceptions are allowed for emergencies, perceived threats, and when a licensed physician determines smartphone use is necessary for a pupil's health or well-being. The policies must be developed with stakeholder input and updated every five years.

California AB235 would require school districts to adopt policies limiting smartphone use by pupils during school hours.

California AB235 amends the Education Code to mandate that school districts, county boards of education, and charter schools develop policies restricting smartphone use by pupils during school hours. These policies can either be full-day restrictions or schedule-based restrictions. Exceptions are allowed for emergencies, perceived threats, and when a licensed physician determines smartphone use is necessary for a pupil's health or well-being. The policies must be developed with stakeholder input and updated every five years.