Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 424: 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
S 424 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate 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: Patrick O'Connor (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (July 10, 2025): Accompanied a new draft, see S2549.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 424) of Patrick M. O'Connor and Mark C. Montigny for legislation to regulate the use of mobile communication devices in educational institutions. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick O'Connor | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | First Plymouth and Norfolk |
| Mark Montigny | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Bristol and Plymouth |
“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 S2549
- Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Education