| Start Date | 2022-12-27 |
|---|---|
| Geographic Scope | National |
| Law | Public Law 117-321 |
| Type of Legislation | Senate Bill |
| Congress | 117 |
| Linked Proposal | Proposal:Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021 |
| Source | View original on Congress.gov |
Description
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.
Geographic Scope
National
Start Date
2022-12-27
Public Law Title
Prison Camera Reform Act of 2021