HOUSE 3898117th CongressReferred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

Last Action: 6/16/2021

Actions

2021-06-16Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
2021-06-15Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
2021-06-15Introduced in House
2021-06-15Introduced in House

CRS Summary

As of 2021-06-15 (00)

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.

Cosponsors (1)

Seth Moulton (D-MA)

Subjects

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
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