{"id":131726,"date":"2026-07-22T06:00:01","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T10:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=131726"},"modified":"2026-07-22T16:41:42","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T20:41:42","slug":"bell-to-bell-cell-phone-ban-goes-into-effect-this-school-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2026\/07\/22\/bell-to-bell-cell-phone-ban-goes-into-effect-this-school-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Bell-to-Bell Cell Phone Ban goes into effect this school year"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Indiana Governor Mike Braun is highlighting Indiana\u2019s new bell-to-bell cell phone ban, which will help schools limit distractions and keep students focused and engaged throughout the entire school day.<\/p>\n

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News release from Indiana Governor Mike Braun’s office:<\/p>\n

Governor Braun Highlights Bell-to-Bell Cell Phone Ban as Hoosier Students Prepare to Head Back to School<\/strong><\/p>\n

Indianapolis, Indiana (July 22, 2026) \u2013 As Hoosier students prepare to head back to school in the fall, Governor Mike Braun is highlighting Indiana\u2019s new bell-to-bell cell phone ban, which will help schools limit distractions and keep students focused and engaged throughout the entire school day.<\/p>\n

\u201cStudents should be focused on learning in the classroom. Indiana\u2019s bell-to-bell cell phone ban gives teachers and schools a stronger tool to create an environment focused on learning, and helps students be present while at school.\u201d \u2014 Governor Mike Braun<\/p>\n

Senate Enrolled Act 78<\/a> expanded Indiana\u2019s in-school cell phone restrictions to cover the full day, from the opening bell through dismissal, with exceptions for emergencies.<\/p>\n

The bell-to-bell policy not only reinforces student focus in the classroom, but also encourages social presence in school.<\/p>\n

The new law builds on Governor Braun\u2019s broader work during the 2026 legislative session to protect Hoosier kids and give parents more control over their children\u2019s interactions with Big Tech:<\/p>\n