newschannel9.com FCC Proposes Allowing Cellphone Jammers in Prisons to Combat Contraband Use
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- •FCC plans to vote on prison jamming rules on November 19, 2026.
- •Contraband cellphones are linked to organized crime and violence in prisons.
- •Critics warn of potential negative impacts on civil rights and surrounding areas.
The FCC plans to vote on November 19, 2026, to allow prisons to use jamming technology to block contraband cellphones. Chairman Brendan Carr stated that these devices are necessary to prevent inmates from orchestrating criminal activities, including violent gang operations and drug trafficking. Current federal law prohibits jamming authorized devices, but the FCC aims to classify contraband cellphones as non-authorized to enable jamming. The proposal has faced criticism, with concerns about unintended consequences and potential impacts on surrounding communities. Law enforcement officials support the change, citing the significant problem of contraband cellphones in prisons. Incarcerated journalists argue that the jamming initiative is a response to their reporting on civil rights violations. The FCC's proposal includes technical standards and testing requirements for any jamming solutions implemented.
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