Safe Prisons Communications Act of 2009

Bill 111 s 251, also known as the Safe Prisons Communications Act of 2009, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issue of illegal communication devices in prisons. The bill sought to prohibit the possession and use of cell phones and other communication devices by inmates in federal prisons.

The bill proposed harsh penalties for inmates found in possession of such devices, including additional prison time and fines. It also called for increased security measures to prevent the smuggling of communication devices into prisons.

Additionally, the Safe Prisons Communications Act of 2009 aimed to improve communication between prison staff and law enforcement agencies to better monitor and track illegal communication activities within prisons. Overall, the bill was designed to enhance the safety and security of prisons by cracking down on the use of unauthorized communication devices by inmates. It received bipartisan support in Congress and was ultimately passed into law.