Congress Passes Safer Skies Act to Combat Drone Threats
On Dec. 17, the U.S. Congress officially approved the inclusion of the Safer Skies Act in the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
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Oklahoma DOC Deploys Drones to Decrease Contraband
Earlier this month, the Oklahoma Department of Corrections initiated a pilot program using drone technology to provide continuous aerial coverage and enhance security at its Red Rock Correctional Center in Lawton.
Senate Judiciary Hears Urgent Plea on Drone Threats
Florida Department of Corrections Secretary and American Correctional Association President Ricky Dixon testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on the escalating use of drones in prisons, urging Congress to expand legal counter-UAS protection.
Drone Wars: How the Corrections Industry is Combatting a Rise in Aerial Threats
Correctional facilities across the U.S. are facing a surge in drone-based contraband smuggling. This feature explores the legal, technological, and operational challenges of drone detection and outlines the layered defense strategies being deployed to secure prison airspace.
Operation Skyhawk Takes Aim at Drones
For decades, correctional system leaders have diligently worked to prevent the introduction of contraband into prisons across the nation. However, as technology advances, the threats we face have expanded our view from the ground to the skies. The intrusion of drones into our airspace represents an increasingly significant risk to correctional facilities and the surrounding communities.
Shaping the Future of Corrections: Insights from the 2025 ACA Winter Conference
The 2025 American Correctional Association (ACA) Winter Conference, held Jan. 10-14 in Orlando, Fla., brought together correctional professionals, policymakers and industry leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of corrections.
The Role of Drones and Counter-UAS Efforts to Combat Contraband
The rapid advancement of drone technology has introduced new challenges for correctional facilities, as criminal organizations increasingly exploit drones to smuggle contraband into prisons.
Correctional Leaders Association to Partner with Correctional News
The Correctional Leaders Association (CLA) has established a new partnership that will deliver Correctional News content directly to CLA members…