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Introduced
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
In Committee
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require disclosures with respect to robocalls using artificial intelligence and to provide for enhanced penalties for certain violations involving artificial intelligence voice or text message impersonation, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, called the QUIET Act (Quashing Unwanted and Interruptive Electronic Telecommunications Act), aims to address the growing issue of robocalls and text messages that use artificial intelligence (AI) by establishing new disclosure requirements and increasing penalties for AI-enabled telecommunications fraud. Specifically, the bill requires that any robocall or text message using AI to emulate a human voice must disclose the use of AI at the beginning of the communication, with a comprehensive definition of "robocall" and "text message" that covers various communication technologies like SMS, MMS, and RCS. The bill also introduces enhanced penalties for violations involving AI-powered voice or text message impersonation, effectively doubling the maximum forfeiture and criminal fine amounts for cases where AI is used to impersonate an individual or entity with fraudulent intent. These provisions are designed to protect consumers from deceptive and potentially harmful communications by ensuring transparency about the use of AI technology and creating stronger deterrents against its misuse.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (27)
Eric Sorensen (D)*,
Yassamin Ansari (D),
Robert Bresnahan (R),
Janelle Bynum (D),
Juan Ciscomani (R),
Gil Cisneros (D),
Angie Craig (D),
Chris Deluzio (D),
Veronica Escobar (D),
Brian Fitzpatrick (R),
Josh Gottheimer (D),
Adelita Grijalva (D),
Raúl Grijalva (D),
Pablo Jose Hernandez (D),
Ted Lieu (D),
Sarah McBride (D),
Kristen McDonald Rivet (D),
Kelly Morrison (D),
Eleanor Holmes Norton (D),
Zach Nunn (R),
Darren Soto (D),
Melanie Stansbury (D),
Suhas Subramanyam (D),
Tom Suozzi (D),
Eric Swalwell (D),
Jeff Van Drew (R),
Eugene Vindman (D),
Last Action
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H519) (on 02/06/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1027/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr1027/BILLS-119hr1027ih.pdf |
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