Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
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SB 78: Wireless communication device policy.
Jeff Raatz
SB 78 status: Introduced — Public Law 107 (updated Mar 5, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
58OUT OF 100
Score:58/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 55/100
Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion75%
Bill summary
Amends definitions, requirements, restrictions, and exceptions regarding wireless communication device policies adopted and implemented by school corporations and charter schools. Requires the department of education to publish model policy language and implementation guidance. Provides that, with exceptions, a school corporation, a school maintained by a school corporation, and a charter school, including school personnel, are immune from civil liability for any actions taken in good faith to comply with the school's wireless communication device policy.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Society
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Enhanced student focus during classroom instruction
- Reduction in social media-related distraction and bullying
- Clearer expectations for wireless device usage
Risks
- Restricted ability for students to contact parents
- Loss of individual autonomy regarding device management
- Potential for disputes between parents and school authorities
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Creation of centralized DOE model policy language
- Structured implementation guidance for school districts
- Formalized regulatory framework for device policies
Risks
- Reduced accountability for personnel through immunity
- Fewer avenues for legal redress for parents
- Standardized policies may limit local flexibility
Public Health & Safety
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Reduction in screen-related distraction impacts
- Potentially improved mental health through less digital pressure
- Safer classroom environment through reduced disruption
Risks
- Limited access to communication during emergencies
- Increased anxiety due to total disconnection from parents
- Inability for students to receive non-academic health alerts
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OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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