The proposed bill establishes regulations regarding the activation of kill switches in electronic consumer products, mandating that entities cannot remotely activate such switches without a court order or warrant. Exceptions are made for subscriptions, memberships, and leased products, allowing entities to activate a kill switch if an individual fails to make regular payments. The bill defines key terms such as "electronic consumer product," "entity," "individual," and "kill switch," outlining the specific functions that a kill switch may perform.
Additionally, the bill provides enforcement mechanisms and damages for violations. The Department of Justice is authorized to take action against unlawful acts, and individuals whose products have been unlawfully affected by a kill switch can seek statutory damages of $10,000 for each violation without needing to demonstrate further financial loss. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and is intended to be codified as part of existing consumer protection laws.