HR 7583
116th Congress
House
Commerce
Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Computers and information technology
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Photography and imaging
Right of privacy
Sound recording
Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act
Everywhere this bill has been
2 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jul 13, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jul 13, 2020
Introduced in House
Plain-English 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.
What's happening now
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Committees of jurisdiction
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