S 381
An Act limiting cell phones in classrooms
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Bill overview
This bill, S.381, aims to restrict the use of cell phones in Massachusetts public schools. It seeks to create a more focused learning environment by limiting distractions during class time. The legislation proposes rules regarding cell phone usage, potentially requiring students to store their phones during instructional periods. The bill is currently under consideration by the Senate Committee on Education.
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Primary sponsor
John F. Keenan
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John F. Keenan
Jr. Donald R. Berthiaume
Mark C. Montigny
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Bill S.381 194th (Current)
An Act limiting cell phones in classrooms
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 381) of John F. Keenan, Mark C. Montigny and Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. for legislation to limit cell phones in classrooms. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: John F. Keenan Special Attachments: Committee - Senate votes
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.381
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 7/10/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2549 |
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