This article is based in part on a literature search but primarily on telephone interviews with 10 corrections managers in eight States, three corrections experts, and two corrections attorneys. The review includes legislation and case law and the impact these efforts reportedly are having on corrections management. Sample privileges targeted for elimination or modification include: food; medical copayments; personal clothing; personal property; recreation; telephones; and televisions and other electronic equipment. This review suggests several conclusions about the no-frills movement to date: (1) The movement is distinguished by its diversity in terms of sources, motivation, privileges targeted, and manner in which amenities are restricted or eliminated; (2) A significant number of privileges singled out have been restricted, not eliminated; (3) The effectiveness of using privileges as a management tool depends on how much inmates value them; and (4) There is little evidence regarding the movement's impact on recidivism. The consequences of the movement for corrections management will depend on which privileges are targeted, the manner in which they are eliminated or restricted, whether the privileges remain or become available to inmates who behave, and how the restrictions are presented to inmates. Notes, references