S. 2092: Restoring Our Educational Focus on Children of U.S. Servicemembers at DODEA

The bill titled "Restoring Our Educational Focus on Children of U.S. Servicemembers at DODEA," or the "REFOCUS DODEA Act," aims to implement regulations regarding smartphone usage in Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA) schools. Below are the key components of the bill:

Prohibition on Smartphone Use

The bill mandates that the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Director of DODEA, must establish regulations that prohibit students from using smartphones during the school day at DODEA schools. This regulation is to be created within 30 days of the bill's enactment.

Storage of Smartphones

According to the bill's provisions, students who bring smartphones to school will be required to store them in designated lockers or approved pouches and containers, ensuring that the devices are not in the students' possession while classes are in session.

Exceptions for Usage

The bill requires that the regulations include certain exceptions allowing the use of smartphones under specific circumstances. These exceptions will be for:

• Medical reasons
• High-priority situations, such as emergencies

Implementation Timeline

The regulations set forth in this bill are to be developed and put into effect shortly after the bill becomes law, emphasizing a prompt response to the need for managing smartphone use in schools.

Objective of the Bill

The overarching goal of the REFOCUS DODEA Act is to enhance the educational environment by reducing distractions that smartphones may cause, thereby helping to focus on the educational needs of students who are children of U.S. servicemembers.

Relevant Companies

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