Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2025

Bill 119 hr 2350, also known as the "Federal Communications Commission Jamming Prohibition Act," aims to prevent the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from prohibiting State or Federal correctional facilities from using jamming equipment. This equipment is designed to block or interfere with cell phone signals within the facility, thus preventing inmates from using contraband cell phones to engage in illegal activities.

The bill states that the FCC may not enforce any rules or regulations that would prevent correctional facilities from utilizing jamming equipment for the purpose of maintaining security and preventing criminal activity within the facility. This includes both State and Federal correctional facilities.

The use of contraband cell phones by inmates has been a growing concern for correctional facilities, as it allows inmates to communicate with the outside world, coordinate criminal activities, and even intimidate witnesses or victims. Jamming equipment has been seen as an effective tool in combating this issue. In addition to allowing correctional facilities to use jamming equipment, the bill also includes provisions for the FCC to work with the Department of Justice and other relevant agencies to develop guidelines for the use of jamming equipment in correctional facilities. This is intended to ensure that the equipment is used in a manner that is effective in maintaining security while also protecting the rights of individuals within the facility. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2350 seeks to address the issue of contraband cell phones in correctional facilities by allowing the use of jamming equipment while also ensuring that proper guidelines are in place to govern its use.