The bipartisan support for the bill—authored by Assemblymembers Josh Hoover, David Alvarez, Josh Lowenthal, and Al Muratsuchi—underscores its broad appeal. The impetus for this law traces back to mounting evidence linking excessive smartphone use to diminished mental health, academic performance, and social interactions among students. Proponents argue that unrestricted access to devices during school time exacerbates issues like cyberbullying, anxiety, and reduced focus.
