Vermont H0054 aims to prohibit cell phone and personal electronic device use in schools.

Vermont H0054 seeks to establish a policy prohibiting the use of cell phones and personal electronic devices during school hours in public, independent, and prequalified private prekindergarten schools. The bill also bans schools from using social media for communication with students and restricts students from using social media for school activities. Exceptions are allowed for medical necessity or as part of a student’s individualized education program or 504 plan. The policy is set to take effect on December 1, 2025.

Vermont H0054 aims to prohibit cell phone and personal electronic device use in schools.

Vermont H0054 seeks to establish a policy prohibiting the use of cell phones and personal electronic devices during school hours in public, independent, and prequalified private prekindergarten schools. The bill also bans schools from using social media for communication with students and restricts students from using social media for school activities. Exceptions are allowed for medical necessity or as part of a student’s individualized education program or 504 plan. The policy is set to take effect on December 1, 2025.