Mandatory Ban on Student Mobile Phone Use in US Public School Classrooms.
This Act mandates State educational agencies to implement policies prohibiting students from possessing or using personal mobile phones and other electronic devices in public school classrooms during school hours. The goal is to improve academic performance, focus, and mental health by eliminating distractions. Parents and students must adapt to new communication rules during the school day, although exceptions are provided for medical and specific educational needs.
Key points
Establishes a nationwide requirement for public schools to ban student possession and use of personal mobile phones during instructional hours.
Schools are authorized to use secure storage methods, including lockable lockers, secure lock boxes, or signal-blocking pouches.
Exceptions are allowed for students with documented medical conditions, disabilities (under IEP or Section 504 plans), and English learners who require the device for instruction.
Authorizes the Secretary of Education to establish a grant program to help States fund the purchase and implementation of secure storage methods and related infrastructure.
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