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S.Res. 110 · 114th Congress

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate about a strategy for the Internet of Things to promote…

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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate about a strategy for the Internet of Things to promote economic growth and consumer empowerment.

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3 cosponsors · 2 D, 1 R

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  1. Senate Introduced Mar 24, 2015
  2. Senate Passed Mar 24, 2015

Expresses the sense of the Senate that United States should: (1) develop a strategy to incentivize development of the Internet of Things for connected technologies to empower consumers, foster future economic growth, and improve collective social well-being; (2) recognize the importance of consensus-based best practices and communication among businesses…

What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate without amendment · Mar 24, 2015

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Expresses the sense of the Senate that United States should: (1) develop a strategy to incentivize development of the Internet of Things for connected technologies to empower consumers, foster future economic growth, and improve collective social well-being; (2) recognize the importance of consensus-based best practices and communication among businesses and stakeholders; and (3) commit to using the Internet of Things to improve its efficiency and effectiveness and to cut waste, fraud, and abuse.

Calls on U.S. innovators to commit to improving the quality of life for future generations by developing safe, new technologies aimed at tackling the most challenging societal issues facing the world.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

About this bill and sources

Official title: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate about a strategy for the Internet of Things to promote economic growth and consumer empowerment.

Latest action (Mar 24, 2015): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1832; text as passed Senate: CR S1785-1786)

Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Mar 24, 2015

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  1. Senate Introduced Mar 24, 2015
  2. Senate Passed Mar 24, 2015

No recorded floor vote found.