Pipeline · Bill → Law
Step 1
Introduced
Jan 26, 2023
Step 2
Referred
Feb 3, 2023
E&C · Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Step 3
Committee
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House floor
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Senate
Feb 28, 2023
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Resolve Changes
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Signed
SummaryCRS Summary
This bill requires manufacturers of internet-connected devices (e.g., smart appliances) that are equipped with a camera or microphone to disclose to consumers 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.
Roll Call Votes · 1
Timeline · 11 actions
Feb 28, 2023
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Feb 27, 2023
Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Feb 27, 2023
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Feb 27, 2023
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 538.
Feb 27, 2023
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Feb 27, 2023
Considered as unfinished business.
Feb 27, 2023
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 12 (Roll no. 121).ROLL CALLpass
Feb 27, 2023
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb 3, 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.
Jan 26, 2023
Introduced in House
Jan 26, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.