Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SB2809

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to electronic devices.

Impact

The legislation mandates that each local board of education and public charter school establish a policy that enforces this prohibition against electronic device use during instructional time. Furthermore, the policy may allow exceptions for emergencies and set restrictions on device usage in specific areas. This bill sets a foundation for educational institutions to enhance students' engagement and learning by ensuring that the focus remains on academic instruction rather than electronic distractions.

Summary

Senate Bill 2809 is an act aimed at regulating the use of electronic devices in educational settings in Tennessee. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Title 49, which pertains to education-related law, by prohibiting students from displaying, using, or accessing electronic devices during instructional time unless these devices are either authorized or provided by the local education agency (LEA) or public charter school. This is intended to maintain a focused educational environment and reduce distractions during academic activities.

Contention

There may be points of contention regarding the implementation of such a bill. Critics could argue that prohibiting electronic devices might hinder students' ability to access educational resources that can support their learning. Additionally, there could be concerns about the enforcement of such policies and potential inequities that arise if devices are not equally accessible to all students. This could lead to debates around local control versus state mandates in regulating school policies.

Companion Bills

TN HB2758

Crossfiled AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to electronic devices.

Previously Filed As

TN HB2758

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to electronic devices.

TN HB0419

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to electronic devices.

TN SB0414

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to electronic devices.

TN HB1183

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 8 and Title 49, relative to education.

TN HB0013

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to communication devices at schools.

TN SB0010

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to communication devices at schools.

TN HB0932

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to communication devices at schools.

TN SB0897

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to communication devices at schools.

TN SB0121

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to electronic devices on school property.

TN HB0768

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to electronic devices on school property.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.