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HR 1709 · 119th Congress · House

Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act

In committee
IntroducedFeb 27, 2025
Policy areaScience, Technology, Communications
Cosponsors4
What this bill is intended to do

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.

Latest action

Jul 15, 2025Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

How Congress voted · House roll call 191 · Jul 14, 2025
360 Yea10 Nay61 Not voting

Passed

How each party voted
Republicans182–10
Democrats177–0
Independents1–0

Revealed positions from the official roll call.

C68

The Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act mandates a report on the cybersecurity of mobile networks, focusing on vulnerabilities and the implementation of best practices. It involves consultation with various stakeholders and excludes 5G protocols. The bill does not allocate funding or create new enforcement mechanisms.

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