Bell-to-bell cell phone ban passes Indiana Senate

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Jan. 21, 2026, 6:01 p.m.
Last Updated Jan. 21, 2026, 6:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/21/bell-to-bell-cell-phone-ban-passes-indiana-senate/

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A split state Senate voted 28-19 Tuesday to advance a bill establishing a “bell to bell” student cell phone ban despite skepticism at its enforcement capabilities and safety concerns. The author of Senate Bill 78, Sen. Jeff Raatz, R-Richmond, said it would require some tweaks as the bill advances t...