H.J.Res.0863

A 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.

Chamber Passed·3/31/26
Draft Text

Tennessee HJR0863 urges Congress to pass H.R. 2350 (S. 1137) to allow states to deploy cell-phone jamming systems in prisons.

Tennessee HJR0863 urges the passage of H.R. 2350 (S. 1137) to permit states to deploy cell-phone jamming systems in prisons. The resolution highlights the dangers posed by contraband cell phones in prisons, including drug trafficking, violent crimes, fraud, and intimidation of witnesses. It argues that jamming systems are the most effective technology to combat these issues and prevent inmates from directing criminal enterprises. The resolution emphasizes that H.R. 2350 would allow states to deploy jamming systems while ensuring they do not disrupt emergency signals like 9-1-1.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 82–1 · Mar 31
Current
Finance, Ways and Means Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

82 Yea

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1 Nay

D

10 Not Voting

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Calendar

Apr 20

1:00 PM

Senate Finance, Ways And Means Hearing

History

Apr 23

Senate

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee

Apr 20

Senate

Action deferred in Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee to 4/21/2026

Apr 20

Senate

Placed on Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee calendar for 4/21/2026