Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 18: Education - As introduced, requires each local board of education and public charter school governing body to adopt a wireless communication policy that requires students to keep wireless communication devices turned off and stowed away during a classroom instructional day or during instructional time except in certain circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 49.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 18 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on December 18, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Education - As introduced, requires each local board of education and public charter school governing body to adopt a wireless communication policy that requires students to keep wireless communication devices turned off and stowed away during a classroom instructional day or during instructional time except in certain circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 49. Primary sponsor: Todd Gardenhire (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2025): Recalled from Senate Education Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Gardenhire | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Recalled from Senate Education Committee
- Withdrawn.
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Filed for introduction