2014 Senate Bill 1089

Mandate cell phone providers disclose user location info in emergencies

Introduced in the Senate

Sept. 24, 2014

Introduced by Sen. Rick Jones (R-24)

To require cell phone companies to disclose call location information when requested by law enforcement because the information is needed in an emergency situation that involves the risk of death or injury. The bill would grant legal immunity to cell phone companies for making the disclosures.

Referred to the Committee on Environment, Energy, and Technology

Dec. 10, 2014

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.