Establishes a commission to study the impact of student phones in schools and recommend policies.
The bill establishes a commission to investigate the effects of student phones in schools on educational outcomes and student mental health. The commission will include members from the General Court, education associations, and experts in psychology and education. It will review current policies, consider various phone usage restrictions, and recommend policies to the Joint Committee on Education and the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education by January 1, 2026.
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