"Proposed Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Ban Cell Phones in Kentucky Classrooms"

In a gridlocked Congress, bipartisan efforts have emerged to address the impact of cellphones and social media on children, with lawmakers proposing legislation and amendments to study and curb their influence in schools. Senators Tom Cotton and Tim Kaine have partnered to launch an Education Department study of school district cellphone policies, while Senators Richard Blumenthal and Marsha Blackburn are championing legislation to enhance online safety for kids. Additionally, concerns about TikTok's influence have led to proposals and legislation from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers, reflecting growing bipartisan alliances on the issue.