Bill > S90

This bill, the "Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act," requires manufacturers of certain internet-connected consumer products (referred to as "covered devices") to clearly and conspicuously disclose whether the device contains a camera or microphone, prior to the consumer's purchase. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is tasked with enforcing the bill's provisions, treating violations as unfair or deceptive acts or practices. The bill grants the FTC rulemaking authority and the ability to issue guidance to assist manufacturers in complying with the disclosure requirement. The bill does not apply to devices that a consumer would reasonably expect to have a camera or microphone, such as phones, laptops, and cameras, and it has an effective date 180 days after the FTC issues its guidance.