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Mandatory Disclosure for Chinese-Owned Apps Prohibited on Government Devices

This new law requires sellers and distributors of mobile applications, such as TikTok, that are prohibited on U.S. government devices, to clearly inform users about this prohibition before they download or update the app. This aims to increase public awareness of potential data security risks, even when using these applications on personal devices.
Key points
App sellers must disclose if an application is prohibited on U.S. government devices.
The disclosure must be clear and conspicuous before downloading or updating the app.
Providing false information is illegal and will be enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
The law takes effect 180 days after its enactment.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_750
Sponsor: Rep. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CAUTION Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_750.

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 2023-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • App sellers must disclose if an application is prohibited on U.S. government devices.
  • The disclosure must be clear and conspicuous before downloading or updating the app.
  • Providing false information is illegal and will be enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
  • The law takes effect 180 days after its enactment.
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 Rep. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 441.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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.

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Security Courts and Law Informatization