16 May California’s Assembly Bill 3216: Mandating Smartphone Restrictions
Signed into law in September 2024, California’s AB 3216 requires school districts to develop and adopt policies by July 1, 2026, limiting or banning smartphone use during the school day. This builds upon the 2019 AB 272, which authorized such restrictions. Reuters+2ACSA Resource Hub |+2AP News+2
Key Points:
- Mandates policies to limit or ban smartphone use.
- Requires policy updates every five years.
- Aims to address mental health concerns linked to smartphone use. ACSA Resource Hub |San Antonio Express-News+7Reuters+7Politico+7
Implications for Schools: Districts need to engage stakeholders in developing policies that balance educational needs with student well-being.
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