US backs school cell phone bans: 77% support in-class removal

A significant majority of US adults now support restrictions on cell phone use in schools. A recent survey reveals that 77% of Americans favor banning phones during middle and high school classes. Furthermore, support for "bell-to-bell" bans, prohibiting phone use for the entire school day, has reached 48%, marking the first time more than half of adults have supported such a measure.

This growing support cuts across various demographics. While younger adults (18-29) show less enthusiasm for all-day bans, Republicans and Democrats broadly agree on the need for in-class restrictions. Over 20 states have already implemented bell-to-bell bans, though early research on their effectiveness presents a mixed picture. Some studies indicate positive effects on student well-being without impacting test scores, while others noted initial increases in suspensions and unexcused absences.