Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act

Sponsored byRep. Landsman, Greg [D-OH-1]OH· Introduced 27 February 2025

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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

15 July 2025·1 year ago

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Introduced in House · Updated 25 March 2025

Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act

This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to examine and report on the cybersecurity of mobile service networks and the vulnerability of these networks and mobile devices to cyberattacks and surveillance conducted by adversaries.

The report must include, among other items, (1) an assessment of the degree to which mobile service providers have addressed certain cybersecurity vulnerabilities; (2) a discussion of the degree to which these providers have implemented cybersecurity best practices and risk assessment frameworks; and (3) an estimate of the prevalence and efficacy of encryption and authentication algorithms and techniques.

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17 actions

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
15 July 2025 · IntroReferral
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1709.
14 July 2025 · Floor
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3209-3211)
14 July 2025 · Floor
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
14 July 2025 · Floor
Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
14 July 2025 · Floor
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3230-3231)
14 July 2025 · Floor
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 360 - 10 (Roll no. 191). (text: CR H3209-3210)
14 July 2025 · Floor
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 360 - 10 (Roll no. 191).
14 July 2025 · Floor
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
14 July 2025 · Floor
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 143.
30 June 2025 · Calendars
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-177.
30 June 2025 · Committee
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-177.
30 June 2025 · Committee
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
4 March 2025 · Committee
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
4 March 2025 · Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
27 February 2025 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
27 February 2025 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
27 February 2025 · IntroReferral

Sponsorship

4 cosponsors

Sponsor

Rep. Landsman, Greg [D-OH-1]OH

Cosponsors

Republican4100%

Republican:Rep. Nunn, Zachary [R-IA-3]IA
Republican:Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9]IN
Republican:Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]PA
Republican:Rep. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3]FL

Classification

Policy area

Science, Technology, Communications

Legislative subjects

Computer security and identity theftCongressional oversightConsumer affairsHomeland securityTelephone and wireless communication

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Energy and Commerce Committee
House · Standing
- Referred To27 Feb 2025
- Markup By4 Mar 2025
- Reported By30 Jun 2025
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Senate · Standing
- Referred To15 Jul 2025

Reports

H. Rept. 119-177

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