HR-1709 : Still Just a Bill


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.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2025-07-15IntroReferralReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.Senate
2025-07-14FloorMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
2025-07-14VoteOn 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)House floor actions
2025-07-14FloorConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3230-3231)House floor actions
2025-07-14FloorAt 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.House floor actions
2025-07-14FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1709.House floor actions
2025-07-14FloorConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3209-3211)House floor actions
2025-07-14FloorMr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.House floor actions
2025-06-30CalendarsPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 143.House floor actions
2025-06-30CommitteeReported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-177.House floor actions
2025-03-04CommitteeOrdered to be Reported by Voice Vote.House committee actions
2025-03-04CommitteeCommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session HeldHouse committee actions
2025-02-27IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2025-02-27IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

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Policy Area :

Science, Technology, Communications
Related Subjects
  • Computer security and identity theft
  • Congressional oversight
  • Consumer affairs
  • Homeland security
  • Telephone and wireless communication
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