Prohibits student use of telecommunication devices in public schools during the instructional day.

This bill amends Hawaii statutes to prohibit students in public schools from using telecommunication devices on school grounds during the instructional day, except under specific conditions. Exceptions include permission from a teacher or administrator, documented medical necessity, or during a schoolwide emergency. Confiscated devices must be stored securely and released only to the student's legal parent or guardian within three months, after which the device may be forfeited.

Prohibits student use of telecommunication devices in public schools during the instructional day.

This bill amends Hawaii statutes to prohibit students in public schools from using telecommunication devices on school grounds during the instructional day, except under specific conditions. Exceptions include permission from a teacher or administrator, documented medical necessity, or during a schoolwide emergency. Confiscated devices must be stored securely and released only to the student's legal parent or guardian within three months, after which the device may be forfeited.