legislation: 117-s-5127
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| 117-s-5127 | 117 | s | 5127 | Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act | Commerce | 2022-11-17 | 2022-11-17 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. | Senate | Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX] | TX | R | C001098 | 1 | 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. | 2022-12-29T08:33:29Z |