HB05035

An Act Requiring School Districts To Ban Cellular Phones In The Classroom.

Chamber Passed·4/27/26

Connecticut HB05035 mandates school districts to prohibit cellular phones in classrooms.

Connecticut HB05035 requires school districts to ban cellular phones in classrooms, except for health needs or instructional purposes. It defines "wireless communication device" and "school day," and mandates policies for emergencies and disciplinary actions. It also restricts social media access during school hours, except for educational purposes.

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  • Impact
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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 117–31 · Apr 27
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

24 Yea

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123 Nay

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4 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 20

12:00 AM

Education Public Hearing

History

Apr 29

Senate

Moved to Foot of the Calendar, Senate

Apr 28

Senate

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, Senate

Apr 28

Senate

Senate Calendar Number 475