To require certain warning labels to be placed on video games that are given certain ratings due to violent content.

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Bill Number

HR 4204

Introduced

Mar 19, 2012

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Administrative law and regulatory procedures Child safety and welfare Commerce Consumer affairs Consumer Product Safety Commission Internet and video services Internet, web applications, social media Marketing and advertising Product safety and quality Violent crime

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Summary

Requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to issue regulations requiring that a warning label stating that "exposure to violent video games has been linked to aggressive behavior" be placed on the packaging of any video game that is rated E (Everyone), Everyone 10+ (Everyone 10 and older), T (Teen), M (Mature), or A (Adult) by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board.

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Mar 19, 2012

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Mar 19, 2012

Introduced in House

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