Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023

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

The Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 2380, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the issue of cellphone jamming in correctional facilities. The bill seeks to reform current laws and regulations surrounding the use of cellphone jamming technology in prisons in order to prevent inmates from using cellphones to commit crimes while incarcerated.

The bill proposes several key provisions, including the establishment of a framework for the legal use of cellphone jamming technology in correctional facilities. It also calls for increased oversight and accountability measures to ensure that the technology is used in a manner that respects the rights of both inmates and staff.

Additionally, the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023 includes provisions for the training of correctional staff on the proper use of cellphone jamming technology, as well as requirements for regular reporting and monitoring of its use. The bill also seeks to address concerns about the potential health risks associated with cellphone jamming technology by mandating studies on its effects. Overall, the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023 represents a bipartisan effort to address the issue of cellphone use in prisons and improve safety and security for both inmates and staff. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 2380

Introduced on
2023-03-29

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/29/2023

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 2023

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

The Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 2380, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the issue of cellphone jamming in correctional facilities. The bill seeks to reform current laws and regulations surrounding the use of cellphone jamming technology in prisons in order to prevent inmates from using cellphones to commit crimes while incarcerated.

The bill proposes several key provisions, including the establishment of a framework for the legal use of cellphone jamming technology in correctional facilities. It also calls for increased oversight and accountability measures to ensure that the technology is used in a manner that respects the rights of both inmates and staff.

Additionally, the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023 includes provisions for the training of correctional staff on the proper use of cellphone jamming technology, as well as requirements for regular reporting and monitoring of its use. The bill also seeks to address concerns about the potential health risks associated with cellphone jamming technology by mandating studies on its effects. Overall, the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023 represents a bipartisan effort to address the issue of cellphone use in prisons and improve safety and security for both inmates and staff. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
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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Latest Summary4/21/2023

Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023

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


Latest Action4/7/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.