Creates the crime of unlawful possession of a radio frequency jamming device
This bill creates a new class D felony offense for knowingly possessing a device that disrupts wireless communications (like cell signals or radio), without authorization. It directly affects individuals who own or carry such jamming devices, making possession illegal even if not actively used. The key provision defines the crime broadly as possessing any device capable of interfering with wireless signals through radio noise or signals. The penalty is a felony, with no mention of exceptions or specific exemptions for authorized uses like law enforcement.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 29, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CODES
lower
Jan 29, 2025
Committee
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lower
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Michael Durso
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence/Libertarian
Co
Brian Manktelow
RRepublican
Co
Dave McDonough
RRepublican
Co
Joe Angelino
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence
Co
Joe DeStefano
RRepublican/Conservative
Co
Josh Jensen
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence
Co
Lester Chang
RRepublican/Conservative
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