Governor Kathy Hochul successfully enacted a 'bell-to-bell' cellphone ban in schools, with $13.5 million allocated to aid implementation. The ban prohibits student smartphone use during school hours, emphasizing a return to alternate communication methods for emergencies. Though many schools have already enacted similar restrictions without significant cost, the funding raised concerns about fiscal waste. Proponents argue the ban will mitigate cyberbullying, discipline issues, and enhance mental wellbeing, resonating with the majority of parents and receiving support from teachers unions.
Gov. Hochul's 'bell-to-bell' cellphone ban imposes restrictions on mobile device use in schools, backed by $13.5 million funding to facilitate implementation.
The ban aims to tackle issues like cyberbullying and poor mental health among students, with strong support from both parents and teachers unions.
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