35 US states enact school phone restrictions by end of 2025

11 articles · Updated · Noahpinion · May 1

The measures cover almost all US students, following studies that found better grades, less bullying and improved mental-health outcomes, especially for girls and lower-performing pupils.
A 2025 randomised trial of nearly 17,000 students found mandatory in-class phone collection raised grades, particularly for first-year and non-STEM students, while students and parents broadly supported restrictions.
Evidence cited in the report showed few negative effects, with no significant overall change in wellbeing, motivation, digital use or online harassment, despite a mild rise in fear of missing out.

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