The UNPLUGGED Schools Grant Act of 2025 establishes a federal grant program to help schools implement policies that restrict student use of personal electronic devices during school hours. States that adopt qualifying phone-ban policies—with exceptions for students with medical needs, documented disabilities, or English language learners—become eligible to receive grants that can be used to purchase secure storage solutions like lockable pouches and boxes to store devices. The bill allocates funds to states based on their share of existing Title I education funding, with a guarantee that no state receives less than one-half of one percent of total appropriated funds. The legislation allows schools to communicate with parents about time-sensitive matters and permits states to enforce even stricter policies if desired. While the bill authorizes "such sums as may be necessary" for the program, it does not specify an exact dollar amount or implementation timeline.
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