S. 1003 · Signed into law · Science, Technology, Communications

Lulu’s Law

Sponsor: Katie Boyd Britt (R-AL)

What it does

• Requires the FCC to issue an order explicitly permitting wireless emergency alerts to mobile phones during shark attacks.
• Expands the scope of authorized wireless emergency alert categories to include shark attack incidents.

Official summary

Lulu’s Law This bill 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.)

Latest action

Jun 26, 2026: Became Public Law No: 119-100.

Committee: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation