Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 928: County Boards of Education - Student Electronic Communication Device Use Policy - Establishment (Maryland Phone-Free Schools Act)

Passed one chamber Last action March 23, 2026: Hearing 4/01 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

SB 928 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: County Boards of Education - Student Electronic Communication Device Use Policy - Establishment (Maryland Phone-Free Schools Act). Primary sponsor: Kevin Harris (Democratic), Nick Charles (Democratic), Alonzo Washington (Democratic), Mary Beth Carozza (Republican), Dalya Attar (Democratic), Joanne Benson (Democratic), Ben Brooks (Democratic), Katie Hester (Democratic), Cheryl Kagan (Democratic), Chris West (Republican), Bill Ferguson (Democratic), J.B. Jennings (Republican), Carl Jackson (Democratic), Malcolm Augustine (Democratic), Sara Love (Democratic), Justin Ready (Republican), Johnny Salling (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 23, 2026): Hearing 4/01 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Kevin Harris (Democratic); Nick Charles (Democratic); Alonzo Washington (Democratic); Mary Beth Carozza (Republican); and 13 more.