Senate Education Committee

The “Ban on cell phone use in schools” act aims to limit student phone usage during class time. The bill, supported by some educators, seeks to reduce distractions and cyberbullying, while opponents argue it undermines local control and could impact student safety.

According to research, trans youth are at a much higher risk for depression and suicide than their cisgender peers. It's been found that risk is higher in communities where trans youth are not accepted.

Ken Decaria, director of government relations for the Wyoming School Boards Association, spoke against the bill, saying it sets "an extremely low bar."

Corporal punishment is rarely used in Wyoming schools these days, but there's still a law on the books providing immunity for teachers and administrators who use it. A new bill before the Legislature seeks to end that protection.