Gov. Greg Abbott proposes further limiting screen time in K-12 classrooms
13-08-2026 23:01 via feeds.texastribune.org

Gov. Greg Abbott proposes further limiting screen time in K-12 classrooms

The proposal, which would have to be passed by the Legislature, follows a ban on cellphone use in K-12 schools approved by lawmakers last year.
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