What does Preamble of Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2025 do?

This bill aims to amend title 18, United States Code The amendment targets the regulation of cell-site simulators The bill has been referred to multiple committees for consideration

What does SHORT TITLE. of Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2025

What does PROHIBITION ON CELL-SITE SIMULATOR USE. of Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes a prohibition on the use of cell-site simulators in the United States. Exceptions to the prohibition exist for use under a warrant issued by a court of competent jurisdiction, and in emergency situations. Information acquired through the use of a cell-site simulator in violation of the prohibition is generally inadmissible as evidence in legal proceedings. The Federal Communications Commission is required to initiate proceedings to promulgate or modify regulations to implement the Act. The Act includes reporting requirements for federal entities regarding compliance with the law and usage of cell-site simulators.

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Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2025

Last updated: 7/29/2025 · Introduced: 7/29/2025

Author: Ted Lieu (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill generally prohibits the use of cell-site simulators within the United States, with exceptions for court-authorized warrants and emergency situations.
Information obtained through unlawful use of cell-site simulators is deemed inadmissible as evidence in court.
Federal entities must report on their compliance with the Act and usage of cell-site simulators, while the Federal Communications Commission will develop related regulations.

119th Congressin committeeS. 2522(In Committee)Official page

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