HB1276

Schools; extending prohibition on use of cell phones and personal electronic devices on certain campuses; effective date; emergency.

Complete·5/4/26

Oklahoma HB1276 mandates school districts to prohibit student use of cell phones and smartwatches during school hours and on school grounds.

Oklahoma HB1276 requires school district boards of education to adopt policies prohibiting students from using cell phones and smartwatches throughout the school day and on school grounds. The policy must include provisions for emergency use. The act defines "cell phone" as a portable wireless telephone device and "smartwatch" as a wearable electronic device worn on the wrist. The law will take effect July 1, 2025, with an emergency declaration allowing immediate implementation upon passage and approval.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

83 Yea

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7 Nay

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9 Absent

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History

May 4

House

Approved by Governor 04/30/2026

Apr 28

House

SA's read, adopted

Apr 28

House

Coauthored by Representative(s) Clinton