Bills · HR 4006
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4006Armed Forces and National Security
Mission UNPLUGGED Act
INTRO JUN 12· LAST ACTION JUN 12
READING
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses the growing concern over student distraction from electronic devices in classrooms. If passed, it could lead to noticeable changes in the learning environment in DODEA schools, potentially improving student focus, academic performance, and mental well-being by reducing the constant pull of social media and entertainment during school hours.
This bill matters because it represents a concrete step towards managing technology in schools. If it becomes law, it could set a precedent for how school systems, especially those serving military families, tackle digital distractions. If it doesn't pass, DODEA schools would continue to have varying or no specific, system-wide policies on phone use, potentially leaving students more susceptible to distractions and making it harder for educators to maintain focused learning environments.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Director of DODEA to create and maintain a policy banning student use of cell phones and other distracting electronic devices during regular school hours.
This creates a system-wide rule for all DODEA schools to address digital distractions.
PROVISION 02
Includes exceptions for device use in emergencies, for medical conditions, disabilities, or if a student is an English learner needing language assistance.
Ensures flexibility and prevents undue hardship for students with legitimate needs while maintaining safety.
PROVISION 03
Authorizes $1,207,500 for fiscal year 2026 to help schools implement the policy, possibly for things like device storage.
Provides financial resources to support schools in successfully putting the new policy into practice.
PROVISION 04
Mandates annual reports for five years on the policy's implementation, costs, and effects on student performance, mental health, and staff retention.
Ensures accountability and allows for assessment of the policy's effectiveness and impact over time.
PROVISION 05
Requires the policy to include procedures for parents and children to contact each other during the school day in emergencies.
Addresses a key concern for parents regarding student safety and communication during school hours.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 2
D· Virginia
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
72
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 1 REP 1 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 12
Introduced in House
JUN 12
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4006
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 12, 2025
Last actionJun 12, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025
House BillHR 4006Armed Forces and National Security
Mission UNPLUGGED Act
INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 12, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
2
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
