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S. 1003 · 119th Congress · Public Law 119-100

Lulu’s Law

Became lawScience, Technology, Communications
IntroducedMar 12, 2025
Passed SenateJul 8, 2025
Passed HouseMay 20, 2026
To PresidentJun 15, 2026
Became lawJun 26, 2026

How this bill changes the law

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S. 1003 doesn't change any existing section of law. It created 1 new provision of its own. Read from the bill text in its final form, as sent to the President.

New provisions of the bill's own

  • Sec. 2 Wireless emergency alerts
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    What it does

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    Lulu’s Law

    This act requires the Federal Communications Commission to issue an order explicitly permitting the transmission of wireless emergency alerts to mobile phones in the event of a shark attack.

    (Under current regulations, authorized government authorities are permitted to send wireless emergency alerts regarding public safety emergencies, including severe weather, missing children, and other threats to life or property.)

    Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Public Law, Jun 26, 2026).

    Our plain-language breakdown, with what it means for you and the case for and against, is written once a bill starts to move.

    What has happened

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    1. 2026-06-26Became Public Law No: 119-100.Library of Congress
    2. 2026-06-26Became Public Law No: 119-100.Library of Congress
    3. 2026-06-26Signed by President.Library of Congress
    4. 2026-06-26Signed by President.Library of Congress
    5. 2026-06-15Presented to President.House floor actions
    6. 2026-06-15Presented to President.Library of Congress
    7. 2026-05-20Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
    8. 2026-05-20On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 6 (Roll no. 181). (text: CR H3642) Roll call recordHouse floor actions
    9. 2026-05-20Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 6 (Roll no. 181). (text: CR H3642) Roll call recordLibrary of Congress
    10. 2026-05-20Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3647)House floor actions
    11. 2026-05-20At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.House floor actions
    12. 2026-05-20DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1003.House floor actions
    13. 2026-05-20Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3642-3643)House floor actions
    14. 2026-05-20Mr. Palmer moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.House floor actions
    15. 2025-07-10Held at the desk.House floor actions
    16. 2025-07-10Received in the House.House floor actions
    17. 2025-07-10Message on Senate action sent to the House.Senate
    18. 2025-07-08Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4261; text: CR S4261)Senate
    19. 2025-07-08Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.Library of Congress
    20. 2025-06-12Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 91.Senate
    21. 2025-06-12Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-30.Senate
    22. 2025-06-12Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-30.Library of Congress
    23. 2025-04-30Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.Senate
    24. 2025-03-12Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.Senate
    25. 2025-03-12Introduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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    After it became law

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    Nothing in the Federal Register names Public Law 119-100 yet (checked Oct 27, 2026). Many laws need no new rules: they set penalties, name a building, or fund something directly.

    Recorded votes

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    May 20, 2026 · House roll call 181 · needed 2/3

    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass: Passed 401–6

    R 197 yes, 6 no, 14 present or not votingI 1 yes, 0 noD 203 yes, 0 no, 9 present or not voting

    How each member voted · Official record

    Cosponsors

    • Shelley Moore Capito R-WV
    • Bill Cassidy R-LA
    • Christopher A. Coons D-DE
    • Deb Fischer R-NE
    • Tim Kaine D-VA
    • Pete Ricketts R-NE
    • Brian Schatz D-HI
    • Tommy Tuberville R-AL
    • Raphael G. Warnock D-GA