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Study on Mobile Devices in Schools and Device-Free Pilot Program

This new act aims to study how mobile phones affect student learning and mental health in elementary and secondary schools. Additionally, it establishes a pilot program to help schools create environments free of mobile devices, potentially impacting the daily routines of students and parents.
Key points
A nationwide study will be conducted on the impact of mobile devices on student academic achievement, behavior, and mental health.
Schools can receive grants to create secure storage for students' mobile devices during school hours.
Parents will be notified and asked for feedback before schools apply for the program to implement device-free environments.
Exemptions for mobile device use may be allowed for students with health conditions, disabilities, or English learners for translation.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_404
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2025-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Focus on Learning Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_404.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A nationwide study will be conducted on the impact of mobile devices on student academic achievement, behavior, and mental health.
  • Schools can receive grants to create secure storage for students' mobile devices during school hours.
  • Parents will be notified and asked for feedback before schools apply for the program to implement device-free environments.
  • Exemptions for mobile device use may be allowed for students with health conditions, disabilities, or English learners for translation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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