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EconomyH.R. 859Comments

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

Official title: To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices.

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Where the Bill Stands

  1. Introduced, done
  2. Committee, done
  3. Floor Vote, done
  4. Outcome, current stage

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What This Bill Does

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.

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Timeline

  1. SenateReceived in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 64.
  2. House floor actionsConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1710-1711)
  3. Floor Vote
  4. Passed the House
  5. House floor actionsMr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
  6. House floor actionsReported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-72.
  7. House committee actionsCommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  8. Library of CongressIntroduced in House
  9. House floor actionsReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  10. Introduced
  11. Committee

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