HB1814

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

Chamber Passed·6/1/26

Pennsylvania HB1814 mandates cell phone policies for students in public school buildings.

Pennsylvania HB1814 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to establish rules for student possession and use of cell phones during school hours. Students must deposit their phones in a secure location or lockbox upon entering the school building. Phones can only be accessed at the end of the school day. Exemptions apply for students who are members of emergency services or have a medical need for their phone, subject to school approval. Public school entities must develop policies to implement these rules, subject to Department of Education approval.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 25–12 · Jun 1
Current
Education Committee
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 5

Senate

Referred to Education

Jun 1

House

Re-reported as committed

Jun 1

House

Third consideration and final passage (126-75)