SB5636: Supporting Focus in Schools Act
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
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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This bill would create a grant program giving money to schools that restrict student use of cell phones and personal electronic devices during class time. Eligible schools could receive federal funding to help implement these policies. The bill was introduced by Representative Ruben Gallego and is currently in the early legislative stage. The grants would support schools in limiting distractions from phones and devices while students are learning.
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SB5636: Supporting Focus in Schools Act