To amend section 2703 of title 18, United States Code, to require emergency disclosure of location information to law enforcement or public safety answering point.
To amend section 2703 of title 18, United States Code, to require emergency disclosure of location information to law enforcement or public safety answering point.
Plain Language Summary
# HR 7752 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would require telecommunications companies and technology providers to share customer location information with law enforcement and emergency services (911 centers) during emergencies. Currently, companies can voluntarily share this data but are not legally required to do so. The bill would amend federal law to make location data disclosure mandatory in emergency situations, potentially helping first responders locate people faster during 911 calls and crisis situations. **Who It Affects** The bill impacts phone companies, internet service providers, and tech companies that collect location data, as well as law enforcement agencies and 911 emergency centers that respond to emergencies.
It would also affect regular people using cell phones and connected devices, as their location information could be accessed by authorities during emergency calls. **Current Status** HR 7752 was introduced by Representative Derek Schmidt (R-Kansas) in the 119th Congress and remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill has not advanced further at this time.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.