SB1719

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

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma SB1719 extends the prohibition on cell phone and personal electronic device use on public school campuses from bell to bell.

Oklahoma SB1719 amends existing law to extend the prohibition on students using cell phones and personal electronic devices on public school campuses from bell to bell. The bill requires each school district board of education to adopt a policy prohibiting such use, including disciplinary procedures for violations. Exceptions may be made for emergency use and health monitoring. The act becomes effective July 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 12

Senate

Withdrawn from Appropriations committee

Feb 12

Senate

Referred to Education

Feb 3

Senate

Second Reading referred to Education Committee then to Appropriations Committee