Washington Governor Proposes Statewide Ban on Student Cellphones in Public Schools During School Day

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has unveiled details of a proposal, the 'Phone-Free Schools Act,' that would mandate all public schools in the state to require students to keep cellphones and other personal electronic devices powered down and out of reach for the entire school day, including lunch. The proposal aims to address distractions and negative impacts on learning, focus, attendance, and mental health.