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MI House Bill Aiming to Ban Smartphones in Classes Heads to Senate

Jan 21, 2026 | 10:21 AM
Photos: David Rodriguez Munoz ~ USA TODAY NETWORK

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Jan. 21, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds discuss State Rep. Mark Tisdel’s bill. This bill bans smartphones in Michigan schools during class, aiming to improve focus and reduce drama among students.

LANSING ~ Michigan is one step closer to banning cell phones in its public school classrooms, after the Michigan State House passed a bill that saw bipartisan support. The bill passed 99-10, which would not allow smartphones during class time, but would allow students carry “dumb” phones.

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