Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 7:03 PM

Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2022

This bill allows a state or federal correctional facility to operate a jamming system to interfere with cellphone signals within inmate housing facilities.

Bill 117 HR 8645, also known as the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2022, aims to address the issue of unauthorized cellphone jamming devices being used in various settings. The bill seeks to prohibit the use, sale, distribution, and possession of these devices, which are often used to disrupt cellphone signals in places like prisons, schools, and theaters.

The bill outlines penalties for individuals found in violation of the prohibition, including fines and potential imprisonment. It also includes provisions for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to enforce the ban and work with law enforcement agencies to combat the use of these devices.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased public awareness about the dangers of cellphone jamming devices and the potential consequences of using them. It also encourages the development of technology to detect and prevent the use of these devices. Overall, the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2022 aims to protect the integrity of cellphone signals and ensure that individuals are able to communicate freely and safely in various settings without interference from unauthorized devices.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 8645

Introduced on
2022-08-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

8/2/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2022

This bill allows a state or federal correctional facility to operate a jamming system to interfere with cellphone signals within inmate housing facilities.

Bill 117 HR 8645, also known as the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2022, aims to address the issue of unauthorized cellphone jamming devices being used in various settings. The bill seeks to prohibit the use, sale, distribution, and possession of these devices, which are often used to disrupt cellphone signals in places like prisons, schools, and theaters.

The bill outlines penalties for individuals found in violation of the prohibition, including fines and potential imprisonment. It also includes provisions for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to enforce the ban and work with law enforcement agencies to combat the use of these devices.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased public awareness about the dangers of cellphone jamming devices and the potential consequences of using them. It also encourages the development of technology to detect and prevent the use of these devices. Overall, the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2022 aims to protect the integrity of cellphone signals and ensure that individuals are able to communicate freely and safely in various settings without interference from unauthorized devices.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo provide that the Federal Communications Commission may not prevent a State or Federal correctional facility from utilizing jamming equipment, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Science, Technology, Communications

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary8/23/2022

Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2022

This bill allows a state or federal correctional facility to operate a jamming system to interfere with cellphone signals within inmate housing facilities.


Latest Action8/2/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.