The PL was approved symbolically, without the need for senators to register votes; the proposal received support from both the government base and the opposition
The approved, this Thursday (18), a bill that prohibits the use of nas, including during recess and breaks between classes. According to the text, students will be able to carry the devices in their backpack, but their use will be prohibited, except in specific situations, such as health issues.
The restriction applies to all levels of basic education. The original text prohibited carrying the device for children up to 10 years of age, but this part was adjusted. The project was approved symbolically, without the need for senators to register votes. The proposal received support from both the government base and the opposition.
The senators emphasized the difficulties faced by teachers in maintaining students’ attention in the classroom due to the use of electronic devices. The opposition leader, Rogério Marinha (PL-RN), presented a statement stating that the restriction on the use of cell phones was applied only in the initial years of basic education, allowing use for high school students, a suggestion that was overturned by the plenary .
The ban on carrying cell phones in schools, including inside backpacks, was one of the most debated topics during the analysis by the Constitution and Justice Commission (CCJ) of the Chamber of Deputies. The use of cell phones will be permitted for educational purposes, situations that require accessibility and inclusion, meeting the student’s health conditions or to guarantee fundamental rights. The expectation is that the measure will come into force at the beginning of the next academic year.
*Report produced with the help of AI
Published by Carol Santos
