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Suzanne Johnson
Coverage of Suzanne Johnson in the Nexus archive.
- Pritzker Signs School Cellphone Ban To Avoid Student Distractions
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation requiring all public schools to implement a 'bell-to-bell' ban on student cellphone and electronic device use during school hours by the 2027-2028 school year. The law allows exceptions for medical needs, special education, language translation, and specific caregiver responsibilities, while prohibiting punitive measures like fines unless combined with misconduct.