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H.R. 3898 (117th)

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

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Introduced

15 June 2021

Last action

16 June 2021 · Referred

Status

Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Sponsors

Sen. Curtis, John R. [R-UT], Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]

Subjects

Discovery layer

Source updated

6 December 2025

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 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.

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Timeline

  1. 15 June 2021

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 15 June 2021

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 15 June 2021

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 16 June 2021

    Referred

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

    Source: Committee

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