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- H.RES.721
H.RES.721: Calling for the establishment of an app ratings board to enforce consistent and accurate age and content ratings of apps on internet-ready devices and calling on technology companies to ensure the implementation of user-friendly and streamlined parental c
About This Bill
- Introduced Nov. 20, 2019
- Latest Major Action Nov. 21, 2019
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
11 (2 Democrats, 9 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Nov. 20, 2019
Bill Summary
This resolution calls for (1) technology and application (app) development companies to establish an app rating board to establish new criteria for age-appropriate app ratings, and (2) technology companies to manufacture internet-ready devices with user-friendly parental controls and default safety settings.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Nov. 21, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
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| Nov. 20, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Nov. 20, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Mike Johnson (R-La.) |