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S. 2899Became Law

Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021

This bill became law

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What it doesSummary public law (Dec 27, 2022)

Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021

This act 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.

What just happenedDec 27, 2022

Became Public Law No: 117-321.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA](D-GA)Sponsor
2 cosponsors1 D1 R
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  1. Dec 27, 2022President

    Became Public Law No: 117-321.

  2. Dec 27, 2022BecameLaw36000

    Became Public Law No: 117-321.

  3. Dec 27, 2022President

    Signed by President.

  4. Dec 27, 2022BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  5. Dec 23, 2022Floor

    Presented to President.

  6. Dec 23, 2022President28000

    Presented to President.

  7. Dec 14, 2022FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  8. Dec 14, 2022FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9826-9827)

  9. Dec 14, 2022Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.

  10. Dec 14, 2022FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2899.

  11. Dec 14, 2022FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9826-9828)

  12. Dec 14, 2022FloorH30300

    Mr. Nadler moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  13. Oct 21, 2021FloorH15000

    Held at the desk.

  14. Oct 21, 2021FloorH14000

    Received in the House.

  15. Oct 21, 2021Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  16. Oct 20, 2021Floor

    Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S7132)

  17. Oct 20, 2021Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S7132)

  18. Oct 20, 2021Discharge

    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7132)

    Judiciary Committee
  19. Oct 20, 2021Committee14500

    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7132)

    Judiciary Committee
  20. Sep 29, 2021IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  21. Sep 29, 2021IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Public LawDec 27, 202249

Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021

This act 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.

Passed HouseDec 14, 202253

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.

Passed SenateOct 20, 202155

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.

Introduced in SenateSep 29, 2021

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.

Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021 — Informed