S.J.Res.0617

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·3/12/26
Draft Text

Tennessee SJR0617 urges Congress to pass H.R. 2350 (S. 1137) to allow states to deploy cell-phone jamming systems in prisons.

Tennessee SJR0617 urges the passage of H.R. 2350 (S. 1137) to permit states to deploy cell-phone jamming systems in prisons, addressing the issue of contraband cell phones in correctional facilities. The resolution highlights the dangers posed by inmates using smuggled cell phones to direct criminal activities, including drug trafficking, violent crimes, fraud, and witness intimidation. It emphasizes the need for effective technology to combat these threats, ensuring that jamming systems do not disrupt emergency signals such as 9-1-1.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 29–0 · Mar 12
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
16
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

29 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

DD

Calendar

Mar 3

8:30 AM

Senate Finance, Ways And Means Hearing

History

Mar 16

House

Ref. to State & Local Government Committee

Mar 16

House

Assigned to s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee

Mar 12

Senate

Adopted, Ayes 29, Nays 0