A bill to establish a grant program to support restricting the use of cellular phones and other personal electronic devices at eligible schools during instructional time.
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Latest Action · September 30, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
The Supporting Focus in Schools Act establishes a federal grant program to help schools restrict student use of cellular phones and personal electronic devices during instructional time. Eligible schools must receive federal Title I funding and adopt a policy prohibiting personal electronic devices during school hours, with exceptions for students with medical needs, documented disabilities, or emergencies. Schools receiving grants can use the funds to purchase storage equipment like phone lockers or pouches and to provide teacher training on implementing the device restriction policy. The bill requires schools to report back to the Department of Education within one year of receiving a grant, describing the policy's effects on student academic outcomes. The legislation aims to reduce classroom distractions and improve student focus during instruction.
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