New York bills · 2025 Regular Session
New York S 9951
Restricts the use of wireless communication devices by students on school property
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Erik Bottcher (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the New York legislature
Prohibits students from accessing their wireless communications devices on school property, unless authorized for classroom use; prohibits students from accessing social media platforms through the use of internet access provided by the school district, except when expressly directed to for class instruction.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Apr 17, 2026 · Senate
REFERRED TO EDUCATION