HR 859 119th Congress House In Progress

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

Latest action: Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 64. · Apr 30, 2025

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Legislative 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.

Source: Congressional Research Service (CRS).

Sponsor
Rep. Fulcher, Russ [R-ID-1]
Independent · ID
Cosponsors (1)
Rep. Moulton
Floor Vote
Passed House · Apr 1, 2025
208
Yea · 95%
9
Nay · 5%
2
Not Voting

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