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H.R. 859 · 119th Congress

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

Passed the HouseEconomy

Details

Sponsor
Russ Fulcher (R)
Introduced
2025-01-31
Origin
House
Policy area
Commerce
Latest action
2025-04-30 — Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 64.
Cosponsors
1

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Summary

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.

CRS summary — Introduced in House (2025-01-31)

Recorded votes (1)

DateChamberQuestionYea–NayResult
2025-04-29HouseOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass415–9Passed

Senate counts are senators only; a Vice President tie-breaking vote is not included (e.g. 50–50, passed).