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Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

USA116th CongressHR-7583| House 
| Updated: 7/13/2020
John R. Curtis

John R. Curtis

Republican Representative

Utah

Cosponsors (2)
Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Seth Moulton (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
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.
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Timeline
Jul 13, 2020
Introduced in House
Jul 13, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • July 13, 2020
    Introduced in House


  • July 13, 2020
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Commerce

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Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

USA116th CongressHR-7583| House 
| Updated: 7/13/2020
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.
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Timeline
Jul 13, 2020
Introduced in House
Jul 13, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • July 13, 2020
    Introduced in House


  • July 13, 2020
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
John R. Curtis

John R. Curtis

Republican Representative

Utah

Cosponsors (2)
Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Seth Moulton (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Commerce

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresComputers and information technologyFederal Trade Commission (FTC)Internet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaPhotography and imagingRight of privacySound recording