Omnibus Education policy bill

This omnibus education bill establishes a statewide policy requiring school districts and charter schools to adopt rules governing student cell phone use by March 15, 2025, while directing educational associations to share best practices for managing device-related behavior and learning issues. The legislation also clarifies procedures for high school students to enroll in nonsectarian college courses, mandating that institutions notify schools when students withdraw or miss extended periods of class. Additionally, the bill sets specific limits on online teaching, prohibiting instructors from teaching more than 40 students in a single online course unless a waiver is granted, and ensures that digital instruction remains accessible to students with disabilities.