HB1814

In student supports, providing for bell-to-bell mobile device policy.

Chamber Passed·6/1/26

Pennsylvania HB1814 amends the Public School Code to restrict cell phone use by students during school hours.

Pennsylvania HB1814 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to prohibit students from possessing or using cell phones during school hours in public school buildings. Students must deposit their phones in a lockbox or secure case at the start of the school day, and can retrieve them at the end of the school day. Exceptions are made for students who are members of volunteer emergency services or have a medical need related to an immediate family member, subject to approval by a school administrator.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 25–12 · Jun 1
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

126 Yea

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75 Nay

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History

Jun 1

House

Re-reported as committed

Jun 1

House

Third consideration and final passage (126-75)

May 6

House

Second consideration, with amendments