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Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Congressional Summary of S 90

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.

Current Status of Bill S 90

Bill S 90 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 25, 2023. Bill S 90 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 25, 2023.  Bill S 90's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 252. as of November 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 90

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 90

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Computers and information technology
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Photography and imaging
- Right of privacy
- Sound recording

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 90

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act
Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act
Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act
A bill to require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices.

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