Skip to main content
HOUSE 742118th CongressMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Dianne Goldman Berman Feinstein.

Last Action
9/29/2023

Actions

  • 2023-03-09Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 22.
  • 2023-03-09Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
  • 2023-02-07Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
  • 2023-02-07Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
  • 2023-02-02Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.
  • 2023-02-02Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • 2023-02-02Introduced in House
  • 2023-02-02Introduced in House

CRS Summary

As of 2023-02-02 (00)

Telling Everyone the Location of data Leaving the U.S. Act or the TELL Act

This bill requires any person that maintains a website or that sells or distributes a mobile application that maintains and stores information in China to conspicuously disclose certain information to individuals who download or otherwise use the website or application. The disclosures must specify (1) that such information is stored and maintained in China, and (2) whether the information is accessible by the Chinese Communist Party or a Chinese state-owned entity.

The bill also provides for enforcement of these requirements by the Federal Trade Commission.

Cosponsors (6)

  • MARCY KAPTUR (D-OH)
  • Scott Perry (R-PA)
  • Troy Balderson (R-OH)
  • Rick Allen (R-GA)
  • Debbie Lesko (R-AZ)
  • George Santos (R-NY)

Subjects

  • Asia
  • China
  • Civil actions and liability
  • Computers and information technology
  • Consumer affairs
  • Foreign and international corporations
  • Fraud offenses and financial crimes
  • Internet, web applications, social media
Read on Congress.gov

Sourced from Congress.gov (public domain).

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.