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Kelsey Smith Act: Emergency Phone Location Disclosure

This new law allows emergency services and law enforcement to quickly obtain phone location information in situations involving risk of death or serious harm. It aims to speed up assistance in emergencies like disappearances or 911 calls. Telecommunication providers are protected from lawsuits for sharing this data.
Key points
Emergency services can immediately get phone location if there's a risk of death or serious harm.
Location can be shared if the phone was used for a 911 call within the last 48 hours.
Telecom providers are legally protected for sharing location data in these situations.
Law enforcement agencies must keep records of such requests, including officer name and justification.
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Additional Information
Kelsey Smith Act
Print number: S 466
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2021-02-25
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Kelsey Smith Act: Emergency Phone Location Disclosure

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 466.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Emergency services can immediately get phone location if there's a risk of death or serious harm.
  • Location can be shared if the phone was used for a 911 call within the last 48 hours.
  • Telecom providers are legally protected for sharing location data in these situations.
  • Law enforcement agencies must keep records of such requests, including officer name and justification.

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: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 466

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