House, Senate approve bills to restrict cell phone use in schools

By: William J. Ford

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: March 26, 2026

Words: 833

Last Updated: 4 months, 1 week ago

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Cell phone use by students in Maryland’s public schools could be restricted from the beginning until the end of the school day, a “bell to bell” ban beginning in the 2027-28 school year, under bills moving through the General Assembly.

The Senate gave unanimous approval Friday to Senate Bill 928, sponsored by Sen. Kevin Harris (D-Prince George’s, Charles and Calvert), and the House on Monday voted 135-1 for Del. Adrian Boafo’s (D-Prince George’s)

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