Evers says he has to think about the ‘bell-to-bell’ cell phone ban lawmakers are pushing

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: March 4, 2026

Words: 898

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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A bill to implement a “bell-to-bell” cell phone ban in Wisconsin schools is making its way through the state Legislature, though Gov. Tony Evers hasn’t decided whether he would sign it if it makes it to his desk.

Wisconsin became the 36th state last year to implement a limit on cell phones in schools. Wisconsin Act 42, signed in 2025, requires school districts to implement policies that ban cellphones during instructional times starting in July …

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