FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8543.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2022-07-27.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Mandatory Notifications: Manufacturers must clearly inform users about what sounds are collected by devices and for what purpose.
- Right to Deactivate: Users will gain an easy way to turn off sound collection features on their devices.
- Data Sharing Limitations: Audio data can only be shared in strictly defined situations, such as by court order, with user notification.
- Shorter Data Retention: Companies cannot retain collected audio data longer than absolutely necessary.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Expired.
Where can I read the full text of this legislation?
The full official text is available at:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Scalise, Steve [R-LA-1].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.