HR 5975 United States House · 117th Congress

Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021

Summary

Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021 This bill establishes various requirements to ensure that the security camera, radio, and public address systems used by the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) have the capabilities necessary to (1) ensure the health and safety of staff and inmates; and (2) ensure the documentation and accessibility of video evidence pertaining to misconduct, maltreatment, or criminal activity within correctional facilities. Among the requirements, the BOP must evaluate the systems currently in use at its facilities and implement a plan that addresses deficiencies in and makes upgrades to the systems.

Issues: ✓ Criminal Justice

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared

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Nov 2021

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Introduced Nov 15, 2021 Last action Nov 1, 2022

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Committee

Nov 1, 2022

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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Nov 15, 2021

Committee

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Nov 15, 2021

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1 primary · 24 co-sponsors