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H.R.2489: Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act
About This Bill
- Introduced April 13, 2021
- Latest Major Action April 14, 2021
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
48 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - April 13, 2021
Bill Summary
Martha Wright Prison Phone Justice Act This bill establishes requirements related to certain charges, practices, classifications, or regulations in connection with confinement facility (i.e., jail or prison) communications services. Specifically, the bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish maximum rates and charges that a provider of prison communications services may charge for such services. The bill provides...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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April 14, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
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April 13, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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April 13, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.) |