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October 11, 2024

Most Americans back cellphone bans during class, but fewer support all-day restrictions

Nearly all Americans who support a cellphone ban cite reducing distractions for why they back it

Nearly all Americans who support a cellphone ban cite reducing distractions for why they back it

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Most Americans back cellphone bans during class, but fewer support all-day restrictions
Roughly 7 in 10 Americans support a cellphone ban during class; about a third favor an all-day ban
Nearly all Americans who support a cellphone ban cite reducing distractions for why they back it
Younger adults are less supportive of cellphone bans, both in class and for the entire school day
Americans who oppose a cellphone ban largely say parents need to be able to reach their children