Lawmakers Tighten School Cellphone Policy, But Teachers Question Efficacy

Sarah Hagen | March 11, 2025

Twin bills seeking to limit the use of cellphones and smart devices in schools cleared the General Assembly, although some teachers wish the bills had more consequences. Del. Sam Rasoul, D-Roanoke, introduced House Bill 1961 and Sen. Stella Pekarsky, D-Fairfax introduced Senate Bill 738. Both bills cleared the House with clear bipartisan support and passed the Senate along party lines,... READ MORE >

Lawmakers Tighten School Cellphone Policy, But Teachers Question Efficacy

Sarah Hagen | March 04, 2025

Twin bills seeking to limit the use of cellphones and smart devices in schools cleared the General Assembly, although some teachers wish the bills had more consequences. Del. Sam Rasoul, D-Roanoke, introduced House Bill 1961 and Sen. Stella Pekarsky, D-Fairfax introduced Senate Bill 738. Both bills cleared the House with clear bipartisan support and passed the Senate along party lines,... READ MORE >