Texas has enacted House Bill 1481, banning all personal communication devices during the school day for students in public schools from kindergarten to Year 12. Leander ISD has detailed the implementation, including strict enforcement, outlined exceptions, and disciplinary procedures. The law affects over 5.4 million students and aims to create a distraction-free learning environment. The policy excludes after-school activities and allows limited medical and educational exceptions as per the district’s official guidance.New laws in Texas are reshaping student life: Here’s how it will impact the new school year
Texas has enacted House Bill 1481, banning all personal communication devices during the school day for students in public schools from kindergarten to Year 12. Leander ISD has detailed the implementation, including strict enforcement, outlined exceptions, and disciplinary procedures. The law affects over 5.4 million students and aims to create a distraction-free learning environment. The policy excludes after-school activities and allows limited medical and educational exceptions as per the district’s official guidance.