Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]
Democrat · CA · 31 bills sponsored
To amend title 18, United States Code, to require that notice of criminal surveillance orders be eventually provided to targets, to reform the use of non-disclosure orders to providers, to prohibit indefinite sealing of criminal surveillance orders, and for other purposes.
# Plain Language Summary of HR 7738 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability in how law enforcement conducts secret surveillance. Specifically, it would require that people who are the targets of criminal surveillance orders (such as wiretaps or orders to access phone records) eventually be notified that they were surveilled. The bill would also reform how courts can issue "non-disclosure orders"—legal tools that prevent tech companies and service providers from telling their customers that law enforcement requested their data. Additionally, it would prohibit courts from permanently sealing (hiding) surveillance orders, meaning these records couldn't remain secret indefinitely. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This bill would impact criminal defendants, individuals under investigation, technology companies, and law enforcement agencies. Criminal suspects would gain the right to eventually learn they were surveilled, while tech companies would gain more ability to inform users about government data requests. Law enforcement might face limits on how long they can keep surveillance activities secret. As of now, the bill is in committee (HR 7738, 119th Congress), meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives and remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
AI Grand Challenges Act of 2026
# AI Grand Challenges Act of 2026 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The AI Grand Challenges Act of 2026 would establish a federal program focused on addressing major artificial intelligence challenges through coordinated research and development efforts. Similar to historical "grand challenge" initiatives (like the space race), this bill would set ambitious national goals for AI research and direct federal resources toward solving significant problems in the field. **Who It Affects & Key Provisions** The bill would primarily affect federal research agencies, universities, private tech companies, and the AI industry overall. It would likely establish funding mechanisms, define specific AI challenges the government wants tackled, and create frameworks for collaboration between government, academia, and industry partners. The specific grand challenges and funding amounts aren't detailed in the available information. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee (HR 7434, 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but hasn't advanced to a floor vote in the House. It was sponsored by Representative Ted Lieu, a Democrat from California. The bill has not yet become law and would require committee approval and passage through both chambers of Congress to do so.
Correctional Facility Disaster Preparedness Act of 2026
# Correctional Facility Disaster Preparedness Act of 2026 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill, introduced by Representative Ted Lieu of California, aims to improve how prisons and jails prepare for and respond to disasters like hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and other emergencies. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the title suggests it would establish or strengthen requirements for correctional facilities to have disaster preparedness plans in place. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect correctional facilities (prisons and jails) across the country, their staff, and incarcerated individuals. It could also impact state and federal corrections departments responsible for implementing new disaster preparedness standards. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 7111) remains in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. The bill has not been passed into law.
Arms Sale Oversight Act
# Arms Sale Oversight Act (HR 6405) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Arms Sale Oversight Act would increase congressional oversight of U.S. military weapons sales to foreign countries. While the President currently has authority to approve arms sales, this bill would require more transparency and give Congress greater ability to review and potentially block such sales before they happen. The exact provisions aren't detailed in the available information, but the bill's title suggests it aims to strengthen the review process for international weapons transfers. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily affect the executive branch's foreign policy operations, Congress's role in military sales decisions, and U.S. relationships with countries that purchase American military equipment. It could also impact defense contractors and foreign governments that depend on U.S. weapons systems. **Current Status** As of the last update, HR 6405 is still in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Ted Lieu (D-California) in the 119th Congress. *Note: More detailed information about specific provisions would require access to the full bill text.*
AI Fraud Deterrence Act
# AI Fraud Deterrence Act (HR 6306) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The AI Fraud Deterrence Act would establish new legal penalties and protections to combat fraud committed through artificial intelligence systems. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's title and focus suggest it aims to address growing concerns about AI being used to facilitate fraud—such as deepfakes, AI-generated scams, or automated deceptive schemes—by creating deterrents and potentially stronger enforcement mechanisms. **Who It Affects:** This bill would likely impact technology companies developing AI systems, financial institutions and businesses targeted by AI-enabled fraud, and consumers who could fall victim to AI-based scams. It may also affect law enforcement and regulatory agencies responsible for investigating and prosecuting fraud cases. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (HR 6306 in the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full floor vote. As a Democrat-sponsored bill, its progress would depend on committee review and broader congressional support. **Note:** For more detailed information about specific provisions (penalties, definitions, enforcement mechanisms, etc.), you would need to consult the full bill text on Congress.gov, as those details weren't available in the summary provided.
LEAD Act of 2025
# LEAD Act of 2025 Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 6268 (LEAD Act of 2025) in my training data, so I cannot provide you with an accurate summary of what this bill would do, who it affects, or its key provisions. To get reliable information about this bill, I'd recommend: - **Congress.gov** - Search for "HR 6268" to see the full text, sponsors, and current status - **Representative Ted Lieu's website** - Often includes explanations of bills he sponsors - **Govtrack.us** - Provides summaries and tracks legislative progress If you can share the bill's text or summary from Congress.gov, I'd be happy to help explain it in plain language.
FAIR Act
# FAIR Act Summary I don't have access to the detailed text or specific provisions of HR 6149 (the FAIR Act) from the 119th Congress. To provide you with an accurate, factual summary, I would need to review the bill's actual language, which wasn't included in your submission. **To get a reliable summary, I'd recommend:** - Visiting Congress.gov and searching "HR 6149" for the full bill text and official summaries - Checking the bill's sponsor's website (Rep. Ted Lieu's office) - Looking at nonpartisan sources like the Congressional Research Service If you can share the bill's text or link, I'd be happy to summarize it in plain language covering what you requested: its effects, who it impacts, key provisions, and current status.
Climate Solutions Act of 2025
# Climate Solutions Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Climate Solutions Act of 2025 is a proposed federal law aimed at addressing climate change. While specific details aren't provided in the summary information, bills with this title typically focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting clean energy solutions. The bill is currently in a House committee, meaning it's in the early stages of the legislative process and hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. **Who It Affects and Current Status:** If passed, this legislation would likely affect energy companies, businesses that emit greenhouse gases, and potentially consumers through changes to energy policy and incentives. The bill was introduced by Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA), a California Democrat. Currently, the bill is under committee review, which is a preliminary stage where lawmakers examine the proposal and may make changes before it moves forward for a full House vote. To learn the specific provisions—such as whether it includes carbon pricing, renewable energy standards, or investment in green technology—you would need to review the full legislative text.
To enhance subnational diplomacy efforts within the Department of State, and for other purposes.
# HR 5323 Summary **What the Bill Does** HR 5323 would strengthen the State Department's ability to conduct "subnational diplomacy"—diplomatic work with cities, states, and regions rather than just national governments. The bill aims to formalize and expand the State Department's engagement with local and regional governments around the world, recognizing that cities and states increasingly play important roles in international affairs like climate change, trade, and cultural exchange. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects the State Department and its diplomatic operations. While the full details aren't publicly available in standard summaries, the general intent is to create or enhance institutional structures within the State Department to support diplomacy at the subnational level. This would impact cities and states in the U.S. that want to engage internationally, as well as foreign cities and regions seeking direct relationships with American counterparts. **Current Status** HR 5323 was introduced by Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. At this stage, the bill is under review and may be modified or could remain in committee indefinitely without further action.
Preventing Sexual Abuse of K–12 Students Act of 2025
# Preventing Sexual Abuse of K–12 Students Act of 2025 ## What the Bill Would Do This bill aims to strengthen protections for kindergarten through 12th-grade students against sexual abuse. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the basic information available, bills with this title typically establish or enhance requirements for schools to prevent, report, and respond to sexual misconduct involving students. Such legislation often includes measures like background check standards, mandatory reporting procedures, training requirements for staff, and protocols for investigating allegations. ## Who It Affects The bill directly affects K-12 schools and school districts across the country, along with their employees and administrators. Students and parents would also be impacted through changes to school safety policies and procedures. State education departments may need to adjust their oversight and compliance frameworks. ## Current Status The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. At this stage, it remains in the early phase of the legislative process.
HEALTH AI Act
# HEALTH AI Act Summary Unfortunately, I don't have access to the detailed text of HR 5045 (HEALTH AI Act) to provide you with an accurate summary of its specific provisions, intended effects, and who it would impact. Congressional bill summaries require precise details about the legislation's actual language, which I cannot reliably infer from the metadata you've provided. **To get accurate information, I'd recommend:** - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching for "HR 5045" to read the official bill text and summary - Checking the bill's sponsor's website (Rep. Ted Lieu's office) - Looking at nonpartisan resources like the Congressional Research Service or organizations that track health policy If you can share the bill's text or a detailed summary, I'd be happy to help translate it into plain language.
Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2025
# Cell-Site Simulator Warrant Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would require law enforcement agencies to obtain a warrant before using cell-site simulators—devices that mimic cell phone towers to locate or track a person's phone and collect communications data. Currently, there are no clear federal legal requirements for such warrants, leaving the practice largely unregulated. The bill would establish that police must go through the court system and demonstrate probable cause (similar to other search warrants) before deploying these surveillance tools. **Who It Affects** The bill directly impacts law enforcement agencies at federal, state, and local levels, requiring them to change their surveillance procedures. It also affects the general public by potentially adding privacy protections when police want to track someone's location or phone communications. Cell phone users could benefit from stronger legal safeguards, while law enforcement may face delays in urgent situations where they currently operate without warrant requirements. **Key Provisions & Status** The bill establishes warrant requirements as the baseline legal standard for cell-site simulator use. As of now, the bill is in committee and has not been voted on by the full House. To become law, it would need to pass the House, then the Senate, and receive presidential approval. The measure reflects ongoing debates about balancing law enforcement needs with individual privacy rights.
Facial Recognition Act of 2025
# Facial Recognition Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Facial Recognition Act of 2025 would establish federal rules governing how government agencies and potentially private companies use facial recognition technology. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to regulate when and how facial recognition can be used, set accuracy standards, and establish protections against misuse or discrimination. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would impact federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, homeland security departments, and potentially private companies that deploy facial recognition systems. It would also affect everyday people by establishing rules around how their faces can be scanned and analyzed by these systems. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it's in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Ted Lieu (D-California) in the 119th Congress. For more specific details about the bill's exact provisions, you can search for it on Congress.gov.
Protections and Transparency in the Workplace Act
# Summary: Protections and Transparency in the Workplace Act (HR 4599) **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill, sponsored by Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA), aims to establish new workplace protections and disclosure requirements for employees. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's title suggests it would require employers to be more transparent about workplace policies and conditions while strengthening employee protections—likely covering areas such as pay practices, working conditions, or employee rights. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact employers and their workers across various industries. Depending on its specific provisions, it could affect how companies disclose information to employees and regulate certain workplace practices. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 4599 is in committee, meaning it has been referred to the appropriate House committee for review and discussion but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill would need to pass committee, receive a full House vote, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President to become law. **Note:** The full text of this bill would provide specific details about which workplace practices it addresses and the exact transparency requirements it proposes.
Renewable Energy for U.S. Territories Act
# Renewable Energy for U.S. Territories Act (HR 4339) **What the Bill Would Do** The Renewable Energy for U.S. Territories Act would expand and support renewable energy development in U.S. territories—including Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands. The bill aims to help these island communities transition away from fossil fuels and develop clean energy infrastructure such as solar, wind, and battery storage systems. This would address challenges these territories face in accessing affordable, reliable energy while reducing their dependence on imported fossil fuels. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects residents and businesses in U.S. territories, as well as utility companies serving those areas. It would likely provide funding, tax incentives, or technical support to accelerate renewable energy projects in these communities. These territories often face unique obstacles—including high energy costs, geographic isolation, and limited access to financing—that the bill would attempt to address. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Stop Hate Crimes Act of 2025
# Stop Hate Crimes Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Stop Hate Crimes Act of 2025 aims to strengthen federal protections against hate crimes and crimes motivated by bias. While the full legislative text isn't available from the information provided, bills with this title typically work to enhance law enforcement's ability to prosecute crimes targeting individuals based on protected characteristics such as race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. **Current Status and Who It Affects** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. If passed, it would primarily affect law enforcement agencies and the criminal justice system's handling of bias-motivated crimes. The legislation could have broader implications for victims of hate crimes and communities targeted by such violence. **Note:** The specific provisions of HR 4187 are not detailed in the summary information available. To understand the exact mechanisms, funding, or procedural changes the bill proposes, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov or similar legislative tracking resources.
Transparency in Security Clearance Denials Act
# Transparency in Security Clearance Denials Act (HR 4137) **What the Bill Does** This bill would require the federal government to provide more detailed explanations to people who are denied security clearances. Currently, when someone is rejected for a clearance, they often receive minimal information about why. This bill would mandate that the government give applicants clearer, more specific reasons for the denial, allowing them to better understand what led to the decision and potentially challenge it. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects people applying for security clearances—including federal employees, contractors, military personnel, and job applicants seeking positions that require access to classified information. It could also indirectly benefit employers and agencies that work with these individuals by creating a more transparent and predictable clearance process. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. As of now, it remains in the early stages of the legislative process.
Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 2025
# Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 2025 is designed to combat fraudulent therapeutic practices and protect consumers from scams. While specific details about the bill's provisions aren't available in the basic information provided, such legislation typically aims to establish or strengthen penalties for practitioners who falsely claim to offer legitimate medical or psychological treatments, or who make unproven claims about their services' effectiveness. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect mental health and wellness practitioners, consumers seeking therapeutic services, and potentially regulatory agencies responsible for oversight. People looking for legitimate therapy, counseling, or alternative health treatments could benefit from stronger consumer protections, while practitioners engaging in fraudulent activity would face increased legal consequences. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee (HR 3243 in the 119th Congress), meaning it's still in the early stages of the legislative process and hasn't yet been voted on by the full House. To get more detailed information about the specific provisions and requirements in this bill, you would need to consult the full bill text on Congress.gov.
Reproductive Data Privacy and Protection Act
# Reproductive Data Privacy and Protection Act (HR 3218) **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish federal protections for personal data related to reproductive health. If passed, it would restrict companies and organizations from collecting, sharing, or selling sensitive information about people's reproductive activities, decisions, or health conditions without their explicit consent. The legislation aims to create privacy safeguards for data that could reveal whether someone is seeking abortion care, contraception, fertility treatments, or other reproductive services. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions:** The bill would impact technology companies, data brokers, healthcare providers, and apps that currently collect or share reproductive information. It would likely give individuals the right to know what reproductive data is being collected about them and the ability to delete it. The legislation would also prohibit using this data for targeted advertising or selling it to third parties. Violators could face penalties and enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. As introduced in the 119th Congress, it remains under review by the appropriate House committees.
Increasing Penalties for Offshore Polluters Act
# Increasing Penalties for Offshore Polluters Act (HR 3071) — Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would increase financial penalties imposed on companies that pollute in U.S. offshore waters, such as oil and gas operations in the ocean. Currently, federal law sets maximum fines for violating environmental regulations in these areas. The bill aims to make these penalties steeper, likely to deter companies from breaking environmental rules and to increase financial consequences when violations occur. **Who It Affects** The primary targets would be offshore energy and industrial companies operating in U.S. waters. The bill could also indirectly affect consumers through potential increases in energy costs, and it may influence coastal communities and marine ecosystems that could benefit from stronger pollution deterrents. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Ted Lieu (D-California). For the bill to become law, it would need to pass committee review, secure House approval, pass the Senate, and receive the President's signature.
Housing for All Act of 2025
# Housing for All Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** The Housing for All Act of 2025 aims to address the nation's housing shortage and affordability crisis by expanding access to affordable housing. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically include measures to increase funding for affordable housing development, support down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers, and possibly expand rental assistance programs. The bill would primarily affect low- and moderate-income families struggling to find affordable places to live. **Current Status** As of now, HR 2945 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced in the House of Representatives but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. Introduced by Representative Ted Lieu (D-California), the bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process. For a complete picture of what specific provisions it contains, interested parties would need to review the full text on Congress.gov or other legislative tracking websites, as the detailed policy measures are not provided in this summary.
Warrant for Metadata Act
# Warrant for Metadata Act (HR 2787) Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would require law enforcement agencies to obtain a warrant before collecting "metadata"—information like phone numbers called, email addresses contacted, and internet activity patterns—about Americans. Currently, the government can often access this data through administrative requests that don't require a judge's approval. The bill would change this by making metadata collection subject to the same warrant requirements that already apply to reading the actual content of communications. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects law enforcement agencies (FBI, DEA, local police, etc.) and telecommunications/internet companies that store user data. It would also impact ordinary Americans by potentially making it harder for police to access records of who they've called or emailed without a judge determining there's sufficient cause. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Ted Lieu, a California Democrat, but the bill has not advanced to a floor vote. No further action has been taken at this time.
Protecting Data at the Border Act
# Protecting Data at the Border Act Summary **What it would do:** This bill would restrict how U.S. government agencies can search and seize electronic devices and digital information from American citizens at borders (airports, ports, etc.). Currently, border agents have broad authority to inspect devices without a warrant. Under this bill, agents would generally need a warrant to access phones, laptops, or other devices, and couldn't penalize travelers who refuse to unlock their devices by denying them entry or unreasonably delaying them. The bill allows exceptions only for genuine emergencies, with agents required to obtain a warrant within seven days or destroy any accessed information. **Who it affects:** U.S. citizens and permanent residents traveling internationally. The bill would also affect federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies that conduct border searches. **Key provisions:** Agents cannot search device contents or demand online account passwords without a warrant; travelers cannot be denied entry/exit or delayed more than four hours for refusing to provide access; devices can only be seized if agents have probable cause the device contains evidence of a felony; emergency searches require a warrant application within 7 days or seized data must be destroyed. **Current status:** The bill is in committee as of the 119th Congress and has not yet been voted on.
ENCRYPT Act of 2025
# ENCRYPT Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The ENCRYPT Act of 2025 is a proposed law currently under review in the House of Representatives. Based on its title and sponsor, this bill likely addresses encryption standards and protections for digital communications, though specific details about its provisions aren't available in the information provided. The bill was introduced by Representative Ted Lieu from California. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill is in the committee review stage, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. This is typically an early stage in the legislative process where committee members examine the proposal and may request additional information from the sponsor. **Next Steps:** To learn what this bill specifically proposes—such as whether it strengthens encryption protections for consumers, affects cybersecurity requirements, or impacts law enforcement capabilities—you would need to review the full text on Congress.gov or the House Judiciary Committee's official materials, as the basic information available here doesn't include the bill's detailed provisions or who it most directly affects.