QUIET Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (6 Feb 2025): Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H519)
What this bill does
The QUIET Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, would require that robocalls using artificial intelligence to sound like a human must include a disclosure at the beginning of the message stating that AI is being used. The bill defines a robocall as a call or text message made using automatic dialing technology or an artificial or prerecorded voice, excluding those that require substantial human intervention.
Additionally, the bill would increase the maximum penalties for certain violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) when AI is used to impersonate someone with the intent to defraud, cause harm, or wrongfully obtain value. Specifically, it would double the maximum forfeiture penalty and criminal fine for such violations that occur after the bill becomes law.
This legislation is in its initial stage, having been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It has not yet been debated, amended, or voted upon by the House or Senate.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
Quashing Unwanted and Interruptive Electronic Telecommunications Act or the QUIET Act
This bill establishes a disclosure requirement for robocalls that use artificial intelligence (AI) to emulate a human being and increases forfeiture and fine amounts for certain violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). (The TCPA prohibits certain telemarketing calls made without the recipient’s consent and using specified automated technologies.)
Specifically, any robocall that uses AI to emulate a human being must include a disclosure at the beginning of the message indicating that AI is being used. Under the bill, robocalls are defined as calls made or text messages sent (1) using automatic dialing technology, or (2) using an artificially generated message or an artificial or prerecorded voice. Calls or texts that are made or sent using equipment that requires substantial human intervention are excluded.
Further, the bill doubles the maximum forfeiture penalty and criminal fine that may be imposed for certain violations of the TCPA involving the use of AI to impersonate an individual or entity with the intent to defraud, cause harm, or wrongfully obtain anything of value. This provision applies to violations that occur after the bill’s enactment.
Timeline
6 Feb 2025
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H519)
Common questions
- What does H.R. 1027 do?
- The QUIET Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, would require that robocalls using artificial intelligence to sound like a human must include a disclosure at the beginning of the message stating that AI is being used. The bill defines a robocall as a call or text message made using automatic dialing technology or an artificial or prerecorded voice, excluding those that require substantial human intervention. Additionally, the bill would increase the maximum penalties for certain violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) when AI is used to impersonate someone with the intent to defraud, cause harm, or wrongfully obtain value. Specifically, it would double the maximum forfeiture penalty and criminal fine for such violations that occur after the bill becomes law. This legislation is in its initial stage, having been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It has not yet been debated, amended, or voted upon by the House or Senate.
- Has H.R. 1027 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 1027. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 1027?
- H.R. 1027 was sponsored by Rep. Sorensen, Eric [D-IL-17] (D-IL), with 28 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 1027?
- Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H519) (6 Feb 2025).
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