Bill116th CongressFiled Nov 20, 2019Science, Technology, Communications
H.Res. 721
Calling for the establishment of an app ratings board to enforce consistent and accurate age and content ratings of apps on internet-ready devices and calling on technology companies to ensure the implementation of user-friendly and streamlined parental controls on devices used by minors.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Nov 20, 2019)
This resolution calls for (1) technology and application (app) development companies to establish an app rating board to establish new criteria for age-appropriate app ratings, and (2) technology companies to manufacture internet-ready devices with user-friendly parental controls and default safety settings.
What just happenedNov 21, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Johnson, Mike [R-LA-4](R-LA)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseNov 20, 2019
- Nov 21, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Introduced in House
- Nov 20, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House