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Summary of Bill HR 2076
Bill 119 HR 2076, also known as the Shark Attack Wireless Emergency Alert Act, is a proposed legislation that aims to require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to issue an order stating that a shark attack is considered an event for which a wireless emergency alert can be transmitted.
The bill seeks to ensure that individuals in areas where shark attacks occur are promptly notified through their mobile devices, allowing them to take necessary precautions and seek help if needed. This alert system would be similar to existing emergency alerts for natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and other emergencies.
In addition to addressing shark attacks, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to emergency alert systems. The specifics of these additional purposes are not detailed in the summary of the bill. Overall, the Shark Attack Wireless Emergency Alert Act aims to enhance public safety by expanding the types of events for which emergency alerts can be issued, specifically focusing on the threat of shark attacks. The bill is currently under consideration in the US Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.
The bill seeks to ensure that individuals in areas where shark attacks occur are promptly notified through their mobile devices, allowing them to take necessary precautions and seek help if needed. This alert system would be similar to existing emergency alerts for natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and other emergencies.
In addition to addressing shark attacks, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to emergency alert systems. The specifics of these additional purposes are not detailed in the summary of the bill. Overall, the Shark Attack Wireless Emergency Alert Act aims to enhance public safety by expanding the types of events for which emergency alerts can be issued, specifically focusing on the threat of shark attacks. The bill is currently under consideration in the US Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.
Congressional Summary of HR 2076
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This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission to issue an order explicitly permitting the transmission of wireless emergency alerts to mobile phones in the event of a shark attack.
(Under current regulations, authorized government authorities are permitted to send wireless emergency alerts regarding public safety emergencies, including severe weather, missing children, and other threats to life or property.)
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Current Status of Bill HR 2076
Bill HR 2076 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2076 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2076's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 518. as of April 9, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2076
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2076
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsPotential Impact Areas
- Animal protection and human-animal relationships
- Emergency communications systems
- Fishes
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2076
To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue an order providing that a shark attack is an event for which a wireless emergency alert may be transmitted, and for other purposes.
To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue an order providing that a shark attack is an event for which a wireless emergency alert may be transmitted, and for other purposes.
Comments
Jeremiah Gonzalez
861
8 days ago
This bill is gonna make a big difference for me and my family. It's about time something like this happened.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2076
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