Ohio Enacts New School Rules on Cell Phones and Narcan

The Dayton Weekly News
4 days ago
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WLIO) — New Ohio laws are set to take effect Jan. 1, including changes impacting school policies statewide.

Under one new law, school districts are required to have policies in place that prohibit student cell phone use during the school day. Ohio lawmakers say the measure is intended to reduce distractions and help students stay focused in the classroom.

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Another law taking effect allows Ohio schools to keep overdose reversal drugs, such as Narcan, on school grounds. The legislation establishes guidelines and policies for administering the medication and requires schools to report its use to the state. Parents must also be notified if the drug is administered to a student.