Washington Receives 'F' Grade for Lack of Statewide School Cellphone Ban
Washington state has been given an 'F' grade in a new report card for not implementing a statewide ban on cellphones in schools. The report, released by several child well-being and safety organizations, evaluates states on their policies regarding cellphone use in schools. While Washington has not enacted a statewide ban, it has passed Senate Bill 5346, which encourages school districts to develop their own cellphone policies by 2030. The bill, signed by Governor Bob Ferguson, aims to provide districts with best-practice recommendations by 2027. Despite the lack of a statewide ban, many districts in Washington have already implemented their own rules to limit cellphone use during school hours. 
