"Lulu's Law" adds shark attacks to emergency phone alert system
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Sponsor: Katie Boyd Britt · Senator · AL
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Official title: Lulu’s Law
119th Congress
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"Lulu's Law" requires the FCC to add shark attacks to the list of events that can trigger Wireless Emergency Alerts.
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What does this do?
This law, called "Lulu's Law," directs the FCC to officially add shark attacks to the list of emergencies that can trigger a Wireless Emergency Alert. The FCC has 180 days from when the law was signed to issue this order. It does not require alerts to be sent, but clarifies that officials may use the system for shark-related dangers.
Who does it affect?
The law affects beachgoers, coastal communities, and local or state public safety agencies, such as beach patrols and lifeguards, in areas where sharks are a concern.
Why does it matter?
Before this law, shark attacks were not explicitly listed as a qualifying event for wireless alerts, which may have caused confusion about whether officials could use the system for this purpose. The change gives officials a clear legal basis to send such alerts.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 12, 2025
- Senate committee
- Senate vote
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: the president signed it. It's law.Now law
Latest action: — Became Public Law No: 119-100.
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House · · Roll call 181
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- Question
- On Motion to and Pass
- Result:
- Passed
- 401
- Nay
- 6
- 0
- 23
Republicans 197 yes, 6 no, 14 not voting · Democrats 203 yes, 9 not voting · Independent 1 yes
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