Major changes are coming to schools all across Long Island after New York lawmakers agreed to implement a bell-to-bell ban on cellphones during the school day as part of this year’s state budget agreement.
“We’ve protected our kids before from cigarettes, alcohol, and drunk driving, and now we’re protecting them from addictive technology designed to hijack their attention,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
Specific details are still being worked out, but Gov. Hochul previously said schools would have some flexibility on implementing the program, including how and where to store the phones. The law is expected to include exemptions for students with medical conditions or learning disabilities.
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