Oregon’s Nearly Statewide School Cellphone Ban Nears Completion
Nearly every Oregon school district has implemented a cellphone ban under Gov. Tina Kotek’s 2025 executive order, with early reports showing improved focus and classroom engagement.
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March 4, 2026
Nearly every Oregon school district has implemented a cellphone ban under Gov. Tina Kotek’s 2025 executive order, with early reports showing improved focus and classroom engagement.
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