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Kelsey Smith Act: Mandatory Emergency Phone Location Sharing for Law Enforcement.

This bill requires phone companies to quickly share a device's location with emergency services during life-threatening situations. It aims to speed up rescues when every second counts for someone in danger.
Key points
Providers must share location data immediately if a device was used to call for emergency help in the last 48 hours.
Police can access location info without prior consent if there is a reasonable suspicion of a risk of death or serious injury.
The law only covers location data and strictly excludes the content of calls, texts, or other communications.
Law enforcement agencies must maintain detailed records of every request to ensure accountability and prevent misuse.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7752
Sponsor: Rep. Schmidt, Derek [R-KS-2]
Process start date: 2026-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Kelsey Smith Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7752.

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 2026-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Providers must share location data immediately if a device was used to call for emergency help in the last 48 hours.
  • Police can access location info without prior consent if there is a reasonable suspicion of a risk of death or serious injury.
  • The law only covers location data and strictly excludes the content of calls, texts, or other communications.
  • Law enforcement agencies must maintain detailed records of every request to ensure accountability and prevent misuse.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Schmidt, Derek [R-KS-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-18.

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