A3740

Establishes pilot program in DOE to use lockable cell phone pouches in certain public schools; appropriates $500,000.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a pilot program in the Department of Education to assess the benefits of using lockable cell phone pouches in grades six through 12.

The bill establishes a one-year pilot program in the Department of Education to assess the academic and mental health benefits of using lockable cell phone pouches in grades six through 12. The Commissioner of Education will select two districts in each of the northern, central, and southern regions of the State to participate in the pilot program, seeking a cross section of urban, suburban, and rural areas. The commissioner will provide pilot districts with guidance, including training on how the lockable cell phone pouches work.

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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee