Tech Safety for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Act

# Tech Safety for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Act **What the Bill Would Do** This proposed legislation aims to protect victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking from technology-enabled abuse. If passed, the bill would require technology companies to implement safety features and protections that help victims disconnect from abusers who may be using devices, apps, or online services to monitor, harass, or control them. The law would establish standards for how tech companies handle requests from victims seeking to remove abusers' access to their accounts and devices. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill directly benefits victims of intimate partner violence and stalking by giving them legal tools to protect themselves technologically.

It affects tech companies and device manufacturers by imposing new requirements on how they design products and respond to safety requests. While specific provisions aren't detailed in this summary, such bills typically address issues like location tracking, account access removal, device control features, and company accountability for helping victims disconnect from abusers. **Current Status** The bill (S 2159) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.