Federal · 119th Congress
Lulu’s Law
Policy areaScience, Technology, Communications
Summary
This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission to issue an order explicitly permitting the transmission of wireless emergency alerts to mobile phones in the event of a shark attack.
(Under current regulations, authorized government authorities are permitted to send wireless emergency alerts regarding public safety emergencies, including severe weather, missing children, and other threats to life or property.)
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To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue an order providing that a shark attack is an event for which a wireless emergency alert may be transmitted, and for other purposes.Official Title as Introduced
Lulu’s LawShort Title(s) as IntroducedShort Title(s) as Reported to House
Legislative history7
Apr 9, 2026
HousePlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 518.
Apr 9, 2026
House · CommitteeReported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-598.
Jan 15, 2026
House · CommitteeForwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Jan 15, 2026
House · CommitteeSubcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Mar 11, 2025
House · CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Mar 11, 2025
HouseReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Mar 11, 2025
IntroducedIntroduced in House
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