Hawaii SB1544 mandates public schools to adopt policies prohibiting wireless communication device use during school hours, with exceptions for.

Hawaii SB1544 addresses the issue of widespread use of wireless communication devices in public schools, which, while beneficial, have caused distractions that impact students' academic performance. The bill requires each public school to implement a policy prohibiting students from using such devices during school hours, except for educational purposes, emergencies, health management, special education needs, and compliance with the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Schools must publish these policies on their websites.

Hawaii SB1544 mandates public schools to adopt policies prohibiting wireless communication device use during school hours, with exceptions for.

Hawaii SB1544 addresses the issue of widespread use of wireless communication devices in public schools, which, while beneficial, have caused distractions that impact students' academic performance. The bill requires each public school to implement a policy prohibiting students from using such devices during school hours, except for educational purposes, emergencies, health management, special education needs, and compliance with the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Schools must publish these policies on their websites.