Rheinland-Pfalz Debates Statewide School Smartphone Ban as Hessen's Plan Advances

The Rheinland-Pfalz Landtag discusses potential regulations on smartphone use in schools, with stakeholders divided over statewide bans versus local policies.

• Hessen's comprehensive smartphone ban in schools, set for the 2025/26 school year, has influenced discussions in Rheinland-Pfalz and other German states.
• The Rheinland-Pfalz Landtag is debating whether to adopt a statewide ban, with the Ministry of Education emphasizing the need for broad consultation before any decision.
• Teachers' unions remain split, with the VBE supporting a statewide ban modeled on Hessen's plan, while the GEW advocates for school-level solutions developed in dialogue with students.
• Political parties in Rheinland-Pfalz are divided: the CDU supports a broad ban with exceptions, while the FDP and Green Party oppose restrictions, calling them outdated and counterproductive.
• Student representatives argue against a blanket ban, citing concerns about practicality and equity, and highlight the importance of involving students in policy discussions.

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