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S. 28In committee
Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act
Introduced: Jan 7, 2025
Latest action date: Apr 28, 2025
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Jan 7, 2025
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Bill 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 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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Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-13.
CommitteeSenateCommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-13.
CommitteeLibrary of CongressPlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 47.
CalendarsSenateCommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
CommitteeSenateRead twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
IntroReferralSenateIntroduced in Senate
IntroReferralLibrary of Congress
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