Minnesota HF2516 restricts cell phone use in schools and appropriates funds for a statewide campaign on screen overuse.

Minnesota HF2516 mandates school districts and charter schools to adopt policies on student cell phone use by March 15, 2025. The policy must minimize cell phone impact on student behavior, mental health, and academic attainment. Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, the policy must be implemented from early childhood through grade 12. The bill also appropriates funds for a statewide campaign on the negative effects of screen overuse and misuse on children. The campaign must provide information to parents and caregivers.

Minnesota HF2516 restricts cell phone use in schools and appropriates funds for a statewide campaign on screen overuse.

Minnesota HF2516 mandates school districts and charter schools to adopt policies on student cell phone use by March 15, 2025. The policy must minimize cell phone impact on student behavior, mental health, and academic attainment. Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, the policy must be implemented from early childhood through grade 12. The bill also appropriates funds for a statewide campaign on the negative effects of screen overuse and misuse on children. The campaign must provide information to parents and caregivers.