Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 696: An Act establishing a commission regarding phones in schools
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 696 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing a commission regarding phones in schools. Primary sponsor: Adam Scanlon (Democratic). 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 Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 696) of Adam J. Scanlon for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the presence of students’ phones in schools and classrooms and their effect on educational outcomes and student mental health. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Scanlon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14th Bristol |
“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