Bill > S2122

This bill, the Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2021, amends U.S. law to regulate the use of cell-site simulators, which are devices that can identify, locate, or intercept transmissions from cellular devices. The key provisions of the bill include: - Prohibiting the use of cell-site simulators except under certain exceptions, such as when a warrant is obtained or in emergency situations. - Requiring law enforcement agencies to obtain a warrant before using a cell-site simulator, with specific requirements for the warrant application, including disclosing potential disruptions to emergency calls and other communications. - Establishing procedures for minimizing the collection and retention of information about individuals who are not the intended targets of the cell-site simulator use. - Allowing individuals subjected to unlawful cell-site simulator use to bring civil actions for relief. - Requiring various inspectors general to report annually on federal agency compliance with the new requirements. - Directing the FCC to promulgate regulations to implement the new law. The bill aims to provide greater oversight and legal protections around the use of cell-site simulators by law enforcement and intelligence agencies.