H.R. 859 · 119th Congress
Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act
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Bill details
Introduced: 1/31/2025
Current status: On calendar
Introduced by: Russ Fulcher (R · ID-01)
Bill ID: 119hr859
Latest official action: Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 64.
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Introduced in House
Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act This bill requires manufacturers of internet-connected devices (e.g., smart appliances) that are equipped with a camera or microphone to disclose to consumers prior to purchase that a camera or microphone is part of the device. The bill does not apply to mobile phones, laptops, or other devices that a consumer would reasonably expect to include a camera or microphone.
Source: BILLSUM · Summary date: 1/31/2025
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