Consumer Safety Technology Act

Hozzl · 2025-08-09T17:41:15Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1770 Consumer Safety Technology Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

8/9/2025, 5:41 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1770

Bill 119 HR 1770, also known as the "Consumer Product Safety Commission Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Technology Pilot Program Act," aims to direct the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to establish a pilot program to investigate the potential use of artificial intelligence in furthering the mission of the Commission. The bill also calls for the Secretary of Commerce and the Federal Trade Commission to conduct a study and report on the use of blockchain technology and tokens, respectively.

The pilot program for artificial intelligence would allow the CPSC to explore how AI can be utilized to enhance consumer product safety measures. This could involve using AI algorithms to analyze data on product safety incidents, identify trends, and predict potential hazards. By leveraging AI technology, the CPSC hopes to improve its ability to protect consumers from dangerous products and respond more effectively to safety concerns.

In addition to the AI pilot program, the bill mandates a study on blockchain technology and tokens by the Secretary of Commerce and the Federal Trade Commission. Blockchain technology, which is the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, has the potential to revolutionize various industries by providing secure and transparent record-keeping systems. The study will examine how blockchain technology can be used in consumer protection efforts and how tokens (digital assets) can impact consumer transactions. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1770 seeks to promote innovation in consumer protection efforts by exploring the potential benefits of artificial intelligence and blockchain technology. By conducting these pilot programs and studies, the CPSC, Secretary of Commerce, and Federal Trade Commission aim to better understand how these emerging technologies can be leveraged to enhance consumer safety and regulatory practices.

Congressional Summary of HR 1770

Consumer Safety Technology Act

This bill (1) establishes a pilot program to explore the use of artificial intelligence to support the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), and (2) requires reports related to blockchain technology and digital tokens.

Specifically, the CPSC must consult with relevant stakeholders, such as data scientists and product manufacturers, and use artificial intelligence for a least one of the following purposes: (1) tracking trends in injuries involving consumer products, (2) identifying consumer product hazards, (3) monitoring the sale of recalled consumer products, or (4) identifying consumer products that do not meet specified importation requirements related to product safety.

The bill also requires (1) the Department of Commerce to report on existing and emerging uses of blockchain technology for consumer protection, and (2) the Federal Trade Commission to report on its efforts to prevent unfair or deceptive practices relating to digital tokens.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1770

Bill HR 1770 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since July 15, 2025. Bill HR 1770 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 3, 2025. Bill HR 1770's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of July 15, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1770

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1770

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

- Advanced technology and technological innovations

- Advisory bodies

- Computers and information technology

- Consumer affairs

- Currency

- Fraud offenses and financial crimes

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1770

To direct the Consumer Product Safety Commission to establish a pilot program to explore the use of artificial intelligence in support of the mission of the Commission and to direct the Secretary of Commerce and the Federal Trade Commission to study and report on the use of blockchain technology and tokens, respectively.