Closing the Warrantless Digital Car Search Loophole Act of 2021
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (1 Nov 2022): Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
What this bill does
H.R. 6001, the Closing the Warrantless Digital Car Search Loophole Act of 2021, would require law enforcement officers to obtain a warrant before accessing data stored in noncommercial vehicles. This data includes information from onboard sensors, telematics systems, navigation, and cameras. If data is obtained without a warrant, it could not be used as evidence in any legal proceedings.
The bill specifically defines what constitutes "covered vehicle data" and outlines exceptions to the warrant requirement, such as when the vehicle operator or owner provides consent, or in emergency situations where there is an immediate danger. It affects individuals who own or operate noncommercial vehicles and law enforcement agencies.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in November 2021 and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. It has not moved beyond this initial stage in the legislative process.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
Closing the Warrantless Digital Car Search Loophole Act of 2021
This bill generally prohibits investigative and law enforcement officers from accessing vehicle data (onboard and telematics data in a noncommercial vehicle, such as navigation data and data captured by onboard sensors or cameras) unless pursuant to a warrant. Vehicle data acquired in violation of this bill is inadmissible as evidence in any trial, hearing, or other legal proceeding.
Timeline
1 Nov 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 6001 do?
- H.R. 6001, the Closing the Warrantless Digital Car Search Loophole Act of 2021, would require law enforcement officers to obtain a warrant before accessing data stored in noncommercial vehicles. This data includes information from onboard sensors, telematics systems, navigation, and cameras. If data is obtained without a warrant, it could not be used as evidence in any legal proceedings. The bill specifically defines what constitutes "covered vehicle data" and outlines exceptions to the warrant requirement, such as when the vehicle operator or owner provides consent, or in emergency situations where there is an immediate danger. It affects individuals who own or operate noncommercial vehicles and law enforcement agencies. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in November 2021 and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. It has not moved beyond this initial stage in the legislative process.
- Has H.R. 6001 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 6001. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 6001?
- H.R. 6001 was sponsored by Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17] (D-CA), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 6001?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (1 Nov 2022).
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