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H.R. 9333

AI Flaw Reporting and Security Enhancement Act

Status: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 35 - 0. (2026-06-25)

Official summary

AI Flaw Reporting and Security Enhancement Act This bill establishes a program to facilitate the voluntary reporting and tracking of artificial intelligence (AI) flaws, to be administered by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). In carrying out this program, NIST must seek to convene various stakeholders to establish common definitions for terms related to AI flaws and criteria for the classification of AI flaws (e.g., security-related flaws and safety-related flaws). The group must also support the development of technical standards and guidance related to detecting, managing, and disclosing AI flaws and prioritizing the remediation of such flaws. Further, NIST must develop, or enter into cooperative agreements with institutions of higher education or research institutions to develop, infrastructure for the voluntary reporting, collection, and tracking of AI flaws. This must include a national database of AI flaws or the modification of an existing national database to account for AI flaws. (NIST currently administers a national database of cybersecurity vulnerabilities.) NIST must consider certain topics when developing this infrastructure, including the interoperability of the infrastructure with relevant existing systems, standards, and best practices. Within three years of the bill’s enactment, NIST must report to Congress on the implementation of these provisions. Under the bill, an AI flaw is a set of conditions or behaviors that allow for the violation of certain policies (e.g., safety or security policies) and is not necessarily associated with malicious intent.

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H.R. 9334

Workforce for AI Trust Act

Status: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 35 - 0. (2026-06-25)

Official summary

Workforce for AI Trust Act This bill provides for various workforce development and research programs related to artificial intelligence (AI). For example, the bill authorizes the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to support education and workforce development activities to expand careers in the AI workforce. Further, the bill requires NIST to develop a common system for describing and classifying AI-related tasks, knowledge, and skills that can be used to develop job descriptions or competency areas (an AI workforce framework ). NIST must develop guidelines for using the framework and take other steps to support external use (e.g., through outreach and dissemination to AI education programs). Separately, the National Science Foundation (NSF) may make awards through eligible institutions of higher education to support graduate and postdoctoral research fellowships across disciplines (including in social science and humanities) related to trustworthy AI. NSF may also make awards to support institutional workshops to advance the development and training of trustworthy AI systems. NSF must encourage the use of AI to accelerate work across NSF-supported fields, including by supporting (1) training for undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, (2) workshops on the application of trustworthy AI to new uses, and (3) supplements to existing research awards for applying AI to ongoing research. Further, NSF must generally ensure that merit review panels convened to evaluate AI-related proposals incorporate perspectives from diverse research disciplines (e.g., social science, ethics, and linguistics).

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H.R. 8893

Protecting Consumers from Deceptive AI Act

Status: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 35 - 0. (2026-06-25)

Official summary

Protecting Consumers from Deceptive AI Act This bill requires the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to establish task forces to support the development of technical standards and guidelines for identifying content created using artificial intelligence (AI). Specifically, the task forces must address (1) identifying and labeling audio, visual, or text-based content created or substantially modified using generative AI; and (2) providing content provenance metadata, watermarking, digital fingerprinting, and other relevant technical measures. ( Content provenance is information about the origin and history of digital content.) The task forces must consider issuing guidance for online platforms on storing and displaying content provenance data and metadata in a manner that preserves privacy (e.g., by informing users when they are sharing content that contains content provenance data or metadata). To the extent possible, the output of these task forces should inform the development of technical standards by private, consensus organizations. The task forces must report to NIST within a specified period with recommendations related to relevant technical standards and guidance. They must also periodically report to Congress on their activities.

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H.R. 8881

SBA Artificial Intelligence Utilization Act of 2026

Status: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. (2026-06-24)

Official summary

SBA Artificial Intelligence Utilization Act of 2026 This bill requires the Small Business Administration (SBA) to annually report on the SBA's use of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The report must include information about (1) the benefits and risks posed by the SBA's use of artificial intelligence and machine learning; and (2) measures that the SBA can take to identify, evaluate, and manage such benefits and risks, including explanations of how the SBA can retain human involvement in decisions informed by the use of artificial intelligence or machine learning. Additionally, not later than 30 days after submitting each report, the SBA must brief the House Committee on Small Business and the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship about the report.

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H.R. 5764

AI for Main Street Act

Status: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. (2026-01-26)

Official summary

AI for Main Street Act This bill requires Small Business Development Centers to assist small businesses in evaluating artificial intelligence, including by providing best practices for using artificial intelligence and guidance about using artificial intelligence to plan for unexpected circumstances.

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S. 1691

Traveler Privacy Protection Act of 2025

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (2025-05-08)

Official summary

Traveler Privacy Protection Act of 2025 This bill limits the use of facial recognition or matching technology (e.g., matching and identification software) in airports for passenger screening. In general, the bill restricts the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA’s) use of the technology to performing passenger identity verification at airport screening locations. The TSA must notify passengers prior to each use of the technology and receive affirmative express consent. If a passenger opts out of the use of the technology, then the TSA must perform identity verification using an approved identification document (e.g., a state driver's license) without collecting biometric information (e.g., fingerprints). For a passenger using a trusted traveler program (e.g., Global Entry), the TSA must provide notice on the use of the technology at the time of program enrollment and renewal and as the passenger approaches the point of identity verification. The passenger must have the option to opt out. The bill prohibits the TSA from (1) subjecting a passenger who opts out of the screening to discriminatory treatment or less favorable screening conditions; (2) using the technology to track or identify passengers outside of the screening location or to enable systemic, indiscriminate, or wide-scale monitoring, surveillance, or tracking; and (3) sharing biometric information collected through the use of the technology. The bill also limits the amount of time that the TSA may store the information collected. Further, these restrictions and requirements apply to the TSA's use of the technology in other specified circumstances (e.g., employee screenings).

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S. 681

Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act of 2023

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (2023-03-07)

Official summary

Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act of 2023 This bill imposes limits on the use of biometric surveillance systems (such as facial recognition systems) by federal, state, and local government entities. A federal agency or official may not in an official capacity acquire, possess, or use in the United States any biometric surveillance system or information obtained by such a system unless Congress passes an act that specifically authorizes such a use. Such an act of Congress must contain certain provisions, such as provisions naming the specific authorized entity and auditing requirements relating to the system. Information obtained in violation of this bill shall not be admissible by the federal government in any proceeding or investigation, except in a proceeding alleging a violation of this bill. An individual aggrieved by a violation of these restrictions shall have the right to sue. Any state officer authorized to sue on behalf of the state's residents shall also have the right to sue on behalf of the state's aggrieved residents. A state or local government unit shall not receive certain federal law enforcement grants unless the government unit complies with a law or policy that is substantially similar to this bill's restrictions on acquiring and using biometric surveillance systems.

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H.R. 1404

Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act of 2023

Status: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (2023-03-07)

Official summary

Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act of 2023 This bill imposes limits on the use of biometric surveillance systems (such as facial recognition systems) by federal, state, and local government entities. A federal agency or official may not in an official capacity acquire, possess, or use in the United States any biometric surveillance system or information obtained by such a system unless Congress passes an act that specifically authorizes such a use. Such an act of Congress must contain certain provisions, such as provisions naming the specific authorized entity and auditing requirements relating to the system. Information obtained in violation of this bill shall not be admissible by the federal government in any proceeding or investigation, except in a proceeding alleging a violation of this bill. An individual aggrieved by a violation of these restrictions shall have the right to sue. Any state officer authorized to sue on behalf of the state's residents shall also have the right to sue on behalf of the state's aggrieved residents. A state or local government unit shall not receive certain federal law enforcement grants unless the government unit complies with a law or policy that is substantially similar to this bill's restrictions on acquiring and using biometric surveillance systems.

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S. 2052

Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act of 2021

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (2021-06-15)

Official summary

Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act of 2021 This bill imposes limits on the use of biometric surveillance systems, such as facial recognition systems, by federal and state government entities. A federal agency or official may not in an official capacity acquire, possess, or use in the United States any such system or information obtained by such a system unless Congress passes an act that specifically authorizes such a use. Such an act of Congress must contain certain provisions, such as provisions naming the specific authorized entity and auditing requirements relating to the system. Information obtained in violation of this bill shall not be admissible by the federal government in any proceeding or investigation, except in a proceeding alleging a violation of this bill. An individual aggrieved by a violation of these restrictions shall have the right to sue. Any state officer authorized to sue on behalf of the state's residents shall also have the right to sue on behalf of the state's aggrieved residents. A state or local government unit shall not receive certain federal law enforcement grants unless the government unit complies with a law or policy that is substantially similar to this bill's restrictions on acquiring and using biometric surveillance systems.

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H.R. 3907

Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act of 2021

Status: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (2021-06-15)

Official summary

Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act of 2021 This bill imposes limits on the use of biometric surveillance systems, such as facial recognition systems, by federal and state government entities. A federal agency or official may not in an official capacity acquire, possess, or use in the United States any such system or information obtained by such a system unless Congress passes an act that specifically authorizes such a use. Such an act of Congress must contain certain provisions, such as provisions naming the specific authorized entity and auditing requirements relating to the system. Information obtained in violation of this bill shall not be admissible by the federal government in any proceeding or investigation, except in a proceeding alleging a violation of this bill. An individual aggrieved by a violation of these restrictions shall have the right to sue. Any state officer authorized to sue on behalf of the state's residents shall also have the right to sue on behalf of the state's aggrieved residents. A state or local government unit shall not receive certain federal law enforcement grants unless the government unit complies with a law or policy that is substantially similar to this bill's restrictions on acquiring and using biometric surveillance systems.

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S. 631

Drone Aircraft Privacy and Transparency Act of 2017

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (2017-03-15)

Official summary

Drone Aircraft Privacy and Transparency Act of 2017 This bill amends the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 to direct the Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish procedures to ensure that the integration of unmanned aircraft (drone) systems into the national airspace system is done in compliance with privacy principles. Such procedures shall not apply to a drone system operated for news-gathering activities protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution. DOT may not approve, issue, or award any certificate, license, or other grant of authority to operate a drone system in the national airspace system unless the pertinent application includes a data collection statement that provides reasonable assurance that the applicant will operate the drone in accordance with privacy principles. The same requirement shall apply to any drone system to be operated by a law enforcement agency, except that the application shall include a data minimization statement, instead of a data collection statement, that provides the same assurance. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) shall make any approved grant of authority, each such statement, and information about the drone's owner, operator, and technical capability available in a searchable format on the public FAA website. A governmental entity may not use a drone system, or request information collected by another entity through a drone system, for protective activities or for law enforcement or intelligence purposes except pursuant to a warrant or as permitted under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, except when: (1) a law enforcement entity reasonably believes there is an imminent danger of death or serious physical injury, or (2) the Department of Homeland Security determines that credible intelligence indicates there is a high risk of an imminent terrorist attack by a specific individual or organization. It shall be unlawful to operate a drone system in a manner that is not in accordance with the terms of a data collection statement or that violates the rule implementing the procedures required by this bill. Any such violation shall be treated as an unfair or deceptive act or practice under the Federal Trade Commission Act. This bill provides for enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission, by a civil action brought by a state, or by a private action. The FAA shall revoke the certificate, license, or other grant of authority of a drone system operated in a violation of this bill.

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S. 3467

A bill to establish a moratorium on aerial surveillance conducted by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (2012-08-01)

Official summary

Prohibits the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from conducting aerial surveillance in exercising any authority for one year after enactment of this Act.

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H.R. 2490

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a program in the maritime environment for the mobile biometric identification of suspected individuals, including terrorists, to enhance border security.

Status: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (2008-07-30)

Official summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the House on July 10, 2008. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) conduct, through the Coast Guard in the maritime environment, a program for the mobile biometric identification of suspected individuals, including terrorists, to enhance border security and for other purposes; (2) ensure such program's coordination with other Department of Homeland Security (DHS) biometric identification programs; and (3) report to the appropriate congressional committees respecting the cost of expanding the Coast Guard's biometric identification capabilities for use by other Coast Guard and DHS vessels and units. Defines "biometric identification" as the use of fingerprint and digital photography images.

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S. 2454

Wireless 411 Privacy Act

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (2007-12-12)

Official summary

Wireless 411 Privacy Act - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit a provider of commercial mobile services, or any affiliate or agent of such provider (provider), from including the wireless telephone number (wireless number) of any subscriber in any wireless directory assistance service (WDAS) database unless the provider: (1) provides a conspicuous, separate notice to the subscriber of the right not be listed in any WDAS; and (2) obtains express prior listing authorization from such subscriber, and that authorization has not been withdrawn. Requires a provider to remove the wireless number of any subscriber from a WDAS upon request of that subscriber and without subscriber cost. Provides limited circumstances under which a provider may connect a calling party from a WDAS to a commercial mobile service subscriber. Prohibits a telecommunications carrier from disclosing in billing information provided to customers wireless numbers of subscribers who have indicated a preference to their provider for not having their wireless number disclosed. Prohibits a provider from publishing (listing) in any form, selling, or otherwise distributing the contents of any WDAS database unless the provider: (1) notifies the subscriber of the right not to be listed; and (2) obtains express prior authorization for listing from such subscriber, and that authorization has not been withdrawn. Prohibits a provider from charging a subscriber for the exercise of any rights under this Act. Prohibits selling, marketing for sale, or otherwise disseminating the wireless telephone information of any individual, or any directory or other list of such information of individuals, unless each such individual provides written express prior authorization. Preempts inconsistent state or local laws.

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H.R. 4966

To require the President to include a line item regarding the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board in the budget submitted pursuant to title 31, United States Code, and for other purposes.

Status: Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committees on Government Reform, the Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (2006-03-15)

Official summary

Requires the President's budget submission to Congress to include a separate statement of the proposed budget authority and budget outlays for the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board. Amends the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 to limit the authorized amount of appropriations (currently, whatever is necessary) for the Board to carry out its functions.

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S. 1164

Location Privacy Protection Act of 2001

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7498-7499) (2001-07-11)

Official summary

Location Privacy Protection Act of 2001 - Directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to complete a rulemaking proceeding for further protecting the privacy of location information of customers of location-based services or applications. Requires that providers of location-based services: (1) inform customers about their policies on the collection, use, disclosure of, and access to customer location information; and (2) receive a customer's express authorization before collecting, using, retaining, or disclosing such information. Outlines permitted uses of such information. Directs the FCC to specify appropriate methods by which a customer may provide express prior authorization for the use of such information. Preempts State and local requirements with respect to the privacy of wireless location information.

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S. 3180

Spyware Control and Privacy Protection Act of 2000

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: (CR S10090-10091) (2000-10-06)

Official summary

Spyware Control and Privacy Protection Act of 2000 - Requires any computer software made available to the public that includes the capability to collect information about the user of such software, the hardware on which such software is used, or the manner in which such software is used, and the capability to disclose such information to any person other than the software user, to include: (1) a clear notice that such software contains such capability; (2) a description of the information subject to collection; and (3) clear electronic instructions on how to disable such capability without affecting software performance or operation. Prohibits such capability from being enabled unless the user consent in advance. Provides exceptions for any such capability reasonably needed to: (1) determine whether a user is a licensed or authorized user; (2) provide technical support for such software; or (3) enable an employer to monitor computer usage by employees within the scope of employment authorized by applicable Federal, State, or local law. Requires the protection of information collected through such exceptions. Treats each violations of such requirements and prohibition as an unfair or deceptive act or practice under the Federal Trade Commission Act. Authorizes a software provider to disclose such information to law enforcement officials or a court under a warrant or court order (requiring that the user be given notice of such request and an opportunity to contest). Requires a court issuing such an order to ensure appropriate safeguards on the use of such information. Provides a private right of action for users for enforcement of this Act. Authorizes a court, in such an action, to issue a protective order and conduct proceedings so as to protect trade secrets.

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S. 2057

Motorists Privacy Act of 2000

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S617) (2000-02-10)

Official summary

Motorists Privacy Act of 2000 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit any person from installing, posting, operating, or otherwise using an electronic measurement unit (defined as a device that determines the radio frequency of a radio receiver within a passing vehicle).

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S. 1850

Telephone Call Privacy Act of 1999

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce. (1999-11-03)

Official summary

Telephone Call Privacy Act of 1999 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to allow a telecommunications carrier to use, disclose, or permit access to customer proprietary (identifying) telephone network information for the provision, by the carrier or another party, of its product or services only if the carrier: (1) provides the customer a notice of the information being disclosed and the specific product or service for which the information is being disclosed; (2) permits the customer to review and correct such proprietary information; and (3) does not receive from such customer within 15 days after notification a notice disapproving the use of such information for such purposes. Allows a customer to provide written disapproval of such use notwithstanding a previous approval. Outlines provisions authorizing a person that receives or obtains customer proprietary information to disclose such information to criminal law enforcement and judicial personnel for criminal law enforcement and related judicial proceedings. Provides requirements for court orders for investigative or law enforcement officers to obtain such information, including that: (1) the information sought is relevant and material to an ongoing criminal investigation; and (2) the law enforcement need for such information outweighs the privacy interest of the individual involved.

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S. 2326

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998

Status: Committee on Commerce. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably. (1998-10-01)

Official summary

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 - Directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to prescribe regulations requiring commercial website operators to follow fair information practices in connection with the collection and use of personal information from children under age 16, including by obtaining verifiable parental consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of personal information from children under the age of 13. Directs the FTC to provide incentives for efforts of self-regulation by operators to implement appropriate protections for such information. Authorizes the States to enforce such regulations by bringing actions on behalf of residents, requiring the appropriate attorney general to first notify the FTC of such action. Authorizes the FTC to intervene in any such action. Provides for enforcement of this Act through the Federal Trade Commission Act. Directs the FTC to review and report to the Congress on the implementation of this Act.

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S. 652

Telephone Privacy Act of 1991

Status: Considered by Senate. (1992-05-14)

Official summary

Telephone Privacy Act of 1991 - Amends the Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 to modify the exception to the prohibition on the use of pen registers or trap and trace devices to allow the use of caller identification devices where the provider of communication services enables the originator of a communication to a recipient to block caller identification on: (1) a per call basis without charge; (2) a per line basis in a State in which it is authorized by statute prior to the date of enactment of this Act; and (3) a per line basis without charge at the request of an originator that is a victim of domestic violence protected by court order, a victim's service program, or an organization providing safe haven for victims of domestic violence. Declares that such providers are not required to enable originators to block call identification: (1) on the emergency assistance telephone line of a police or fire department or on 911 lines; (2) on calls within a customer's system; or (3) to a recipient of communication that uses call return service in connection with billing information associated with returned communications. States that the prohibition applies in connection with communications to governmental entities, except for communications on emergency assistance telephone lines of police or fire departments or 911 emergency lines. Lists conditions under which the use of information made available through an automatic number identification service is exempted from the prohibition on trap and trace devices. Includes within the exempted uses of such information uses concerning: (1) billing and collection, routing, screening, and completion of a call or services related to the originating subscriber's call; (2) reuse or sale after the recipient notifies the originator of the desire to reuse or sell the information and extends an option to limit or prohibit such action; (3) performance of a service, quality of network performance, or compliance with law or a court order; or (4) any lawful purpose if originators have the ability to block caller identification. Permits civil actions by parties aggrieved by the failure of a provider to allow blocking of caller identification or by the illegal use of caller identification information by communication recipients. Prescribes civil and criminal penalties for violations of this Act. Prohibits States from prohibiting providers from offering caller identification services.

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S. 1385

A bill to establish a tropical cyclone reconnaissance, surveillance, and research program under the joint control of the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Commerce.

Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce. (1989-07-24)

Official summary

Directs the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Commerce to establish a five-year joint program for collecting operational and reconnaissance data, conducting research, and analyzing data on tropical cyclones to assist the forecast and warning program and increase the understanding of the causes and behavior of tropical cyclones. Sets forth the responsibilities of each Secretary. Directs those Secretaries to jointly develop and submit to the Congress management plans for: (1) the program established by this Act; and (2) continued tropical cyclone surveillance and reconnaissance which will adequately protect the citizens of U.S. coastal areas. Mandates that the management plans and programs required by this Act: (1) provide for at least the same degree and quality of protection as currently exists with a combination of satellite technology and manned flights; and (2) in no way allow any reduction in the level, quality, timeliness, sustainability, and area served of both the existing principal and back-up severe storm reconnaissance and tracking systems.

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S. 2193

Telephone Privacy Act

Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (1977-10-12)

Official summary

Telephone Privacy Act - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit unsolicited commercial telephone calls to a telephone subscriber who has notified the telephone company that he does not wish to receive such calls. Directs the Federal Communications Commission to prescribe regulations specifying the manner in which a telephone subscriber shall notify the telephone company that he does not wish to receive unsolicited calls. Prescribes criminal penalties for violations of this Act. Excludes from the definition of unsolicited commercial telephone calls, those calls made in response to an express request of the individual called or in connection with an overdue debt or contractual obligation.

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