S 2899

Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021

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US Congress

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Session 117

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Jun 13, 2026, 8:58 AM

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Bill overview

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.

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LEGISLATION TRACKER

S 2899Law

Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021

Jurisdiction: US

Public Sentiment

No Data

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Support

0

Oppose

CIVIKEngagement, Reclaimed.

civik.us/legislation/cmpsxvwih6so4ib0i4o6nlssm|Jun 13, 2026

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2022-12-27

Signed by President.

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12/14/2022HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9826-9827)
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12/14/2022Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
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10/20/2021SenateUnanimous consent
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S7132)
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10/20/2021Unanimous consent
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S7132)
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Passage without roll call

12/14/2022HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9826-9827)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
12/14/2022Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
10/20/2021SenateUnanimous consent
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S7132)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
10/20/2021Unanimous consent
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S7132)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.

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