Britt Applauds Unanimous Committee Vote Advancing Lulu's Law to the House Floor

January 22, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) is celebrating new momentum for Lulu's Law after the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce voted unanimously to advance the bipartisan measure to the House floor. The legislation is named in honor of 16‑year‑old Lulu Gribbin, who survived a devastating shark attack in June 2024 and has since become a symbol of resilience and advocacy for improved public safety.

Lulu's Law would direct the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to formally classify shark attacks as events eligible for Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs). This change would allow authorized local, state, tribal, and federal agencies to send immediate mobile phone alerts to the public when a shark attack occurs in nearby waters.

Senator Britt, who led the bill's passage in the Senate last July, praised the committee's action and emphasized the importance of getting the measure enacted before the busy summer beach season.

"I could not be more honored to lead this legislation, and I am thrilled to see it advance to the House floor. This commonsense bill will protect the lives of beachgoers across our country and honor the courage and resilience of Lulu Gribbin," Britt said. "Ahead of the summer months, I encourage the House to prioritize passing Lulu's Law and send it straight to President Trump's desk."

The House version of the bill was introduced by Rep. Gary Palmer (R‑AL‑06), who also serves on the Energy and Commerce Committee. Palmer played a key role in shepherding the legislation through committee, where it received unanimous support from both parties.

Under the proposal, emergency managers would gain a new tool to quickly warn swimmers, boaters, and coastal communities when a shark attack has occurred-information that can help prevent additional injuries and allow authorities to respond more effectively.

With committee approval secured, Lulu's Law now heads to the full House for a final vote. If passed, it will move to President Trump's desk to be signed into law, marking a significant step toward enhancing coastal safety nationwide while honoring a young survivor whose story has inspired lawmakers and families across the country.