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HB10284: Smart Meter Data Privacy Protection Act

: Josh Riley (D-US) : Sep 7, 2026 Updated: Sep 3, 2026
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

To limit the use by certain State regulated electric utilities of certain data relating to the use of electric energy by electric consumers, and for other purposes.

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This bill would restrict how state-regulated electric companies can use data about when and how much electricity customers use. Electric utilities collect this data through smart meters, which are digital devices that track energy consumption in real time. The bill aims to protect consumer privacy by limiting what utilities can do with this detailed usage information. It is currently introduced in Congress, meaning it has been formally submitted but not yet assigned to a for review.

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