LD1234

An Act Regarding Cellular Telephones in Public Schools

Complete·6/2/25

Maine LD1234 mandates public schools to prohibit students from possessing cellular telephones in classrooms, with exceptions for emergencies.

Maine LD1234 requires school administrative units to enforce a policy prohibiting students from possessing cellular telephones in classrooms. This policy must include an exception allowing students to possess a cellular telephone in certain emergency circumstances. The bill does not require schools to prohibit students from possessing cellular telephones on school property outside of classrooms.

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Calendar

May 2, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

Apr 16, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

History

Jun 2, 2025

House

PASSED TO BE ENACTED.

Jun 2, 2025

House

Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

Jun 2, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.