Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 549: An Act to regulate the use of mobile communication devices in educational institutions
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 549 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to regulate the use of mobile communication devices in educational institutions. Primary sponsor: David DeCoste (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (November 17, 2025): Accompanied a new draft, see H4745.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 549) of David F. DeCoste and Geoffrey Gordon for legislation to regulate the use of mobile communication devices in educational institutions. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David DeCoste | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Plymouth |
| Geoffrey Gordon | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a new draft, see H4745
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 17, 2025
- Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Education