SB 281 — House Substitute for Substitute for SB 281 by Committee on Education
SB 281 requires school districts to prohibit the use of personal electronic communication devices during school hours and prohibits school employees from using social media to communicate with students for official purposes. The bill aims to reduce distractions and potential mental health risks associated with excessive device use among students. It is currently under review in the Kansas legislature.
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