# Latin American school mobile phone regulations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/latin-american-school-mobile-phone-regulations
> Updated: 2026-08-11T11:47:08.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Various regions in Latin America are implementing regulations to manage mobile phone use in educational settings. In Mexico, the state of Sinaloa unanimously approved reforms to allow electronic devices only for pedagogical purposes or emergencies under teacher supervision. Similar legislative actions have occurred in Morelos, and discussions regarding specific usage windows have emerged in Bogotá.

In Veracruz, Governor Rocío Nahle García has proposed restrictions specifically targeting primary and secondary schools to discourage the use of mobile devices for entertainment. This proposal seeks to differentiate between academic technology and non-academic distractions, potentially allowing tablets for high school students in certain systems. These regional efforts align with broader national discussions in Mexico regarding the impact of screen exposure on student health and academic focus.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-11: Veracruz Governor proposes cell phone restrictions in schools

Veracruz Governor Rocío Nahle García proposed restricting cell phone use in primary and secondary schools to reduce distractions and address health concerns related to excessive screen time.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/veracruz-governor-proposes-cell-phone-restrictions-in-schools

### 2026-07-30: Sinaloa and other Mexican states approve regulations on cell phone use in schools

Mexican states, including Sinaloa and Morelos, passed reforms to regulate school cell‑phone use, allowing devices only for teaching or emergencies; Bogotá and an Argentine private school announced similar rules

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sinaloa-approves-regulations-restricting-cell-phone-use-in-schools

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