This bill mandates the Director of the Bureau of Prisons to create and maintain a comprehensive photographic directory of all federal prisoners. The central requirement is that this directory must contain a photograph of every individual currently in the custody of the Bureau of Prisons. Each photograph must clearly show an uncovered and unobstructed view of the prisoner's face , ensuring accurate visual identification. This legislation achieves its purpose by amending chapter 301 of title 18, United States Code, adding a new section to codify this directive. The overall intent is to improve federal prisoner records and provide current photographic evidence.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law Enforcement
PICTURE Act
USA119th CongressHR-8761| House
| Updated: 5/12/2026
This bill mandates the Director of the Bureau of Prisons to create and maintain a comprehensive photographic directory of all federal prisoners. The central requirement is that this directory must contain a photograph of every individual currently in the custody of the Bureau of Prisons. Each photograph must clearly show an uncovered and unobstructed view of the prisoner's face , ensuring accurate visual identification. This legislation achieves its purpose by amending chapter 301 of title 18, United States Code, adding a new section to codify this directive. The overall intent is to improve federal prisoner records and provide current photographic evidence.