Cellphone bans, ‘bell-to-bell,’ spreading nationwide

Cellphone bans, ‘bell-to-bell,’ spreading nationwide

Special to CosmicTribune.com, February 26, 2026 Citing evidence of reduced distraction and improved academic performance, a number of states are considering “bell-to-bell” bans on the use of cellphones for students in kindergarten through high school. Lawmakers in Georgia, Kansas, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Massachusetts are considering stronger legislation as child safety experts endorse stricter […]