IN Gov. Braun Signs "Bell-to-Bell" Cell Phone Use Ban Into Law05/14/2026A new “bell-to-bell” cell phone ban in schools has been signed into law by Indiana Governor Mike Braun. The new law builds on Indiana’s existing cell phone restrictions on student device use while helping students, teachers, and the classroom environment. Indiana schools will also be required to update policies on student cell phone use, which will include a few exceptions for students.