Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs classroom smartphone ban for Michigan schools. What to know

Bridge Michigan·Feb 10

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A ban on smartphones in michigan classrooms has been signed into law by governor gretchen whitmer. The ban is expected to take effect, though the exact start time is unclear, with some reports indicating it will begin next fall or in the 2026-2027 school year. There may be exceptions to the ban, but details are not specified.

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