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H.R. 4081

Referred to Committee

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

Introduced 6/23/2021•117th Congress•House

Latest Action

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

10/11/2022 • Senate

Summary

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 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.

Passed House • 9/29/2022

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Topics & Subjects

Policy Area: Commerce
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresComputers and information technologyFederal Trade Commission (FTC)Internet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaPhotography and imagingRight of privacySound recording

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Sponsor & Cosponsors (3)

Party Breakdown

2
Democrats
1
Republicans
0
Independents

Sponsor

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Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3]

Republican • UT-3

Sponsored 6/23/2021

Cosponsors (2)

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Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]

D-MA-6

Joined 6/23/2021

Bill Journey

Originated in the House

Introduced

June 23, 2021

Committee Review

June 23, 2022

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by the Yeas and Nays: 21 - 0 .

Floor Debate

September 28, 2022

Passed Chamber

Other Chamber

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Enacted into Law

Text Versions (4)

Referred in Senate10/11/2022
Engrossed in House9/29/2022
Reported in House9/28/2022
Introduced in House6/23/2021

Committee Reports (1)

Details

Bill TypeHR
Current StatusReferred to Committee
Cosponsors2