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Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2380
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.
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.
Congressional Summary of HR 2380
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2380
Bill HR 2380 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2380 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2380's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. as of April 7, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2380
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
54Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
54Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2380
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2380
Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023
Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2023
To provide that the Federal Communications Commission may not prevent a State or Federal correctional facility from utilizing jamming equipment, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2380
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