SB2427 mandates Illinois school boards to create wireless communication device policies by the 2026-2027 school year.

SB2427 requires each school board in Illinois to adopt and implement a wireless communication device policy by the 2026-2027 school year. This policy must prohibit students from using such devices during instructional time, except under specific circumstances. These include when authorized by a teacher or instructor for educational purposes, in emergencies, when necessary for a student's health or well-being as determined by a licensed physician, to fulfill an Individualized Education Plan or a Section 504 plan, or for English learners to access learning materials.

SB2427 mandates Illinois school boards to create wireless communication device policies by the 2026-2027 school year.

SB2427 requires each school board in Illinois to adopt and implement a wireless communication device policy by the 2026-2027 school year. This policy must prohibit students from using such devices during instructional time, except under specific circumstances. These include when authorized by a teacher or instructor for educational purposes, in emergencies, when necessary for a student's health or well-being as determined by a licensed physician, to fulfill an Individualized Education Plan or a Section 504 plan, or for English learners to access learning materials.