**Summary:**Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signed a bipartisan law mandating cellphone bans in public schools during class time, addressing concerns about student distraction and mental health. The law, which aligns with most schools' existing restrictions, requires districts to implement policies by July, with exceptions for emergencies and teacher approval. Backed by wide support, the legislation aims to provide clarity for teachers and administrators, following a national trend of phone limits to combat distraction and cyberbullying.

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