HJR5 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Chris PringleRepresentative

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2021

Title

Cellular phones, urging Congress to enact legislation for blocking cellular phone signals in prisons

Summary

Alabama's House resolution urges Congress to pass federal laws that let prisons block cell phone signals to stop contraband devices.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, this resolution would support using cellular signal blocking technology in prisons to prevent inmates from using cell phones for illegal activities. It argues that blocking signals can reduce contraband and improve safety, and it directs copies of the resolution to Alabama's congressional delegation.

Who It Affects

• Prison facilities and correctional staff would have a tool to block cell signals inside inmate housing to curb contraband and coordinate safer operations.
• Alabama's Congressional Delegation would receive the resolution as a formal appeal to support federal legislation.

Key Provisions

• Urges the United States Congress to enact legislation allowing the use of cellular phone signal blocking technology in prison facilities.
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be delivered to each member of Alabama's congressional delegation.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative