S 1003 · Signed into Law · 06-26-26
Lulu’s Law
What does the Lulu’s Law do?
S 1003 is a Senate bill sponsored by Sen. Katie Boyd Britt (R-AL). This bill orders the Federal Communications Commission to formally allow shark attacks to be sent out as wireless emergency alerts — the alert system defined in the FCC's existing rules (47 CFR 10.10(a)). The FCC has 180 days after the bill becomes law to issue the order. Requires the FCC to issue an order making a shark attack an event for which a wireless emergency alert may be transmitted.
Did S 1003 pass? Where it stands
As of July 17, 2026, S 1003 has been signed into law on June 26, 2026.
Status: Signed into Law
Latest vote: House Passed 401–6 on May 20, 2026
Outlook: Enacted
Enacted: Signed into law on June 26, 2026
Key provisions
- Shark Attack Alerts
- FCC must allow shark attacks to qualify for wireless emergency alerts
- Uses the existing 'Alert Message' system defined in FCC rules (47 CFR 10.10(a))
- FCC Deadline
- FCC has 180 days after enactment to issue the order
Last updated June 26, 2026