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TN HJR0863
TN HJR0863A RESOLUTION urging the passage of H.R. 2350 (S. 1137) of the 119th Congress to permit states to deploy cell-phone jamming systems in prisons.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
urging the passage of H.R. 2350 (S. 1137) of the 119th Congress to permit states to deploy cell- phone jamming systems in prisons.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution urges the U.S. Congress to pass H.R. 2350 (S. 1137), a bill that would allow states to use cell-phone jamming systems within their prisons. Currently, federal law prohibits such jamming technology, leaving correctional facilities unable to combat the widespread problem of inmates using smuggled cell phones to commit crimes, coordinate drug trafficking, orchestrate violence, defraud citizens, intimidate witnesses, and plan escapes. The resolution emphasizes that these jamming systems would only use equipment that does not interfere with emergency signals like 9-1-1, and highlights that a bipartisan coalition of state attorneys general supports this legislation as a crucial tool for prison management and public safety.
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Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee (on 02/04/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=HJR0863&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HJR0863.pdf |
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