# United States

Type: government

Source: EdTech Intelligence Brief — https://getedtechbrief.com/entity/united-states-6361dc
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## Recent coverage (2 stories)

### 30+ States Banned Classroom Phones—as Screen Time Research Shifts to Quality
2026-07-18 22:32:23 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 2

More than 30 U.S. states have restricted cellphones in K–12 schools, forcing edtech providers to align with new research that prioritizes the quality of digital interactions over rigid time limits.
Full story: https://getedtechbrief.com/story/edtech-screen-time-quality-shift-2026

### US Bill Proposes H-1B Fee Waivers to Combat Public School Teacher Shortage
2026-03-16 07:05:51 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 2

A new legislative proposal in the US Congress seeks to eliminate H-1B visa fees for international educators hired by public schools. This move aims to alleviate the nationwide teacher shortage by lowering the financial barriers for school districts to recruit global talent.
Full story: https://getedtechbrief.com/story/us-h1b-visa-fee-waiver-teachers

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