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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push Bipartisan Cellphone Ban in Schools

8/1/2025

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Pennsylvania lawmakers are gearing up to introduce a bipartisan ban on cellphone use in grade schools, driven by alarming studies connecting smartphones to mental health struggles and declining academic performance. With kids now getting phones before turning 11, this initiative aims to protect their well-being, allowing exceptions only for those with medical needs. Other states are eyeing similar measures.

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Pennsylvania lawmakers are gearing up to introduce a bipartisan ban on cellphone use in grade schools, driven by alarming studies connecting smartphones to mental health struggles and declining academic performance. With kids now getting phones before turning 11, this initiative aims to protect their well-being, allowing exceptions only for those with medical needs. Other states are eyeing similar measures.