Bill117th CongressFiled Nov 17, 2022Commerce
S. 5127
Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Nov 17, 2022)
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.
What just happenedNov 17, 2022
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX](R-TX)Sponsor
1 cosponsor1 D
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- Introduced in SenateNov 17, 2022
- Nov 17, 2022IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee - Nov 17, 2022IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate