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Washington weighs statewide 'away for the day' cell phone policy in schools

KCBY Coos Bay

Sep 17, 2026

Washington weighs statewide 'away for the day' cell phone policy in schools

Washington considers a statewide "away for the day" cell phone ban in K-12 schools, aiming for a uniform rule to keep devices out of students' reach all day.

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Washington weighs statewide 'away for the day' cell phone policy in schools

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