No Phones in Schools Grant Program

Official: UNPLUGGED Schools Grant Act of 2025

IntroducedJune 12, 2025

Why This Matters

This bill establishes a grant program to help public schools create rules against phone use during school hours. It aims to improve student focus and learning by minimizing distractions from personal electronic devices.

If you have a child in public school, they may not be allowed to use their phone during school hours.

Affects: Students in public schools and their families will be directly impacted by these new device policies.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill creates a grant program for public schools to limit phone use during school hours. 2. States must develop a policy that prohibits students from using personal electronic devices at school. 3. Exceptions are allowed for students with health needs or disabilities that require device use. 4. Schools can apply for funds to securely store devices during school hours. 5. The program aims to help students focus better by reducing distractions from personal devices.

Who is affected?

Students in public schools and their families will be directly impacted by these new device policies.