H.R. 859: Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act
A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | House bill (H.R.) |
| Originating chamber | House |
| Introduced | 2025-01-31 |
| Sponsor | Rep. Fulcher, Russ [R-ID-1] |
| Policy area | Commerce |
| Cosponsors | 1 |
| Latest action | 2025-04-30 — Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 64. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-18 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in House, 2025-01-31):
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.
Cosponsors (1)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Seth Moulton | D MA (original cosponsor) 2025-01-31 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 859 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is H.R. 859?
H.R. 859 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 859 are available on congress.gov.
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