The states in the USA impose bans on mobile phones in schools to reduce distractions and improve learning, gaining bipartisan support.

In the USA, from California to Texas and Maine, bans on mobile phones in schools are becoming increasingly common, aimed at reducing distractions and improving academic outcomes. These measures are supported by parents and educators, and by 2025, governors from red and blue states have joined this effort. A recent study showed that 69% of Americans support banning phones in classrooms. Psychologist Jonathan Haidt has highlighted the negative effects of technology on the mental health of young people, contributing to the growing support for these bans. Although some voices contest the evidence, research suggests that intensive phone use during class time affects academic performance. Various methods of implementing the bans are being used, including phone storage bags. Although students have reacted mixed to these measures, many teachers observe an improvement in the school atmosphere. However, the question remains whether these bans will have lasting effects on the behavior of young people.