All Roll Calls
Yes: 415 • No: 9
119-hr-859119th CongressWALLET
Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act
Sponsored By: Representative Fulcher, Russ [R-ID-1]
Passed House
Summary
Mandatory pre-purchase disclosure of cameras and microphones in certain internet-connected consumer devices. This bill would require sellers to tell buyers before purchase whether a covered device contains a camera or a microphone.
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Clear labels on smart devices
Manufacturers of covered devices would have to say before you buy if a camera or microphone is inside. Disclosures would need to be clear and easy to see. The Federal Trade Commission would issue guidance within 180 days to help, including age‑appropriate tips and using simple pictures. The FTC would enforce the rule, and violations would count as unfair or deceptive acts. The rule would apply only to devices made after 180 days following the FTC’s guidance; older stock and prior sales would not be covered.
Which devices must be labeled
This bill would set which products count as a covered device. A covered device would be a consumer product that connects to the internet and has a camera or microphone. It would not include phones, laptops, tablets, or items people expect to have these parts. It would also exclude products sold as cameras, telecom devices, or microphones, and devices already covered by certain Communications Act rules.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Fulcher, Russ [R-ID-1]
ID • R
Cosponsors
Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]
MA • D
Sponsored 1/31/2025
Roll Call Votes
house vote • 4/29/2025
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Yes: 415 • No: 9