Bills · HR 1795
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1795International Affairs
NETWORKS Act
INTRO MAR 3· LAST ACTION MAR 3
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses growing concerns about foreign governments and companies using advanced technology to spy on or steal information from the United States. In an era where digital security is paramount, especially with the rollout of 5G and future networks, protecting critical infrastructure and intellectual property is seen as crucial for national security and economic competitiveness. If this bill becomes law, it would give the President a clear tool to financially penalize specific foreign telecommunications companies engaged in hostile activities, potentially deterring such actions and promoting more secure global networks.
Without this law, the U.S. might rely on broader, less targeted authorities or diplomatic efforts to address economic espionage, which might not be as effective in imposing direct financial consequences. Voters should care because it could impact the security of the communication devices and services they use, as well as the overall health of U.S. industries that are vulnerable to corporate espionage.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the President to impose sanctions on foreign telecommunications companies determined to be engaging in economic or industrial espionage against U.S. persons.
This establishes a clear and mandatory mechanism for the U.S. government to respond to specific national security threats posed by foreign technology companies.
PROVISION 02
Sanctions apply to foreign companies producing 'fifth or future generation telecommunications technology' that act contrary to U.S. national security interests.
It focuses the bill's scope on advanced and emerging wireless technologies, recognizing their critical role in future communications and potential for exploitation.
PROVISION 03
Allows exceptions for U.S. intelligence activities and transactions related to humanitarian assistance, and permits the President to waive sanctions under specific national security conditions.
These exceptions and waivers provide flexibility to ensure the sanctions do not impede crucial humanitarian efforts or create unintended national security consequences for the U.S.
PROVISION 04
Violations of the sanctions are subject to significant civil and criminal penalties as outlined in the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
This provision ensures that there are serious legal consequences for non-compliance, strengthening the enforceability of the sanctions.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 3
Introduced in House
MAR 3
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1795
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 3, 2025
Last actionMar 3, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2025
House BillHR 1795International Affairs
NETWORKS Act
INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 3, 2025
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READING
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