The Senate unanimously passed Lulu’s Law on Tuesday.
The legislation by U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) would direct the Federal Communications Commission to issue an order making shark attacks events for which wireless emergency alerts (WEAs) may be transmitted.
“Just over a year since Lulu (Gribbin) survived a nearly fatal shark attack, I couldn’t be more honored to see the Senate unanimously pass this legislation,” Britt said. “Lulu’s grit, strength, and faith have truly inspired our nation and her determination to help other families and beachgoers is nothing short of remarkable. Lulu’s Law is commonsense legislation that would empower authorities to quickly and accurately put information in the hands of beachgoers to help keep them out of harm’s way. I’m sincerely grateful to my colleagues, including Majority Leader John Thune, Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, Commerce Committee Chair Ted Cruz, Ranking Member Maria Cantwell, and Senator Brian Schatz for supporting this important legislation. I look forward to getting Lulu’s Law to President Trump’s desk.”
Specifically, Lulu’s Law would empower authorized local, state, tribal and federal government authorities to quickly deploy warnings via mobile phone alert messages to the public if a shark has attacked someone or if conditions are present that increase the likelihood of a shark attack. Lulu has continued to advocate for the passage of Lulu’s Law, which passed the Senate today by unanimous consent.
“We’re deeply grateful for Senator Britt’s leadership to secure unanimous Senate passage of Lulu’s Law in honor of our daughter. Lulu is truly a miracle, both in the way she has adapted to her new lifestyle and how she is using her experience as a catalyst to protect beachgoers. Real change for families like ours who just want to keep our children safe is now one step away. We strongly encourage the U.S. House of Representatives to pass this commonsense legislation that could prevent future shark attacks,” said Ann Blair and Joe Gribbin.
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) was a co-sponsor of the legislation.
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