Requires warrants for police to use cell phone tracking devices, protecting privacy.
This bill would make it generally illegal for law enforcement and intelligence agencies to use cell phone tracking devices, also known as cell-site simulators. It would require police to get a court warrant before using these devices, except in specific emergencies. The bill also sets clear rules for how these devices can be used, ensures people are notified if their devices were affected, and allows individuals to sue for unlawful use.
Today, the use of cell phone tracking devices by federal agencies is not uniformly regulated, and specific warrant requirements or public notification may not always be in place. After this bill, federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies would generally need a court warrant to use these devices, with strict conditions, disclosures, and data minimization rules. People would also be notified if their devices were affected and could take legal action if the devices were used unlawfully.
HR 4811 · 119th Congress · July 29, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 4/10
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