Public Safety

House to Consider Five Communications Security Bills Next Week

The bills emphasize defending U.S. communications infrastructure from foreign adversaries, especially China.

Jericho Casper

Sep 6, 2024 — 1 min read

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WASHINGTON, September 6, 2024 – Next week, House lawmakers will take up several telecom-related bills aimed at countering national security threats to U.S. communications networks and technology.

As members return from a six-week recess, the House on Monday will take up five communications security measures under suspension of the rules, a process that limits floor debate, prohibits amendments, and requires a two-thirds majority vote for passage.

The legislation reflects a multifaceted effort to secure the U.S. communications infrastructure from foreign threats, building on previous legislation like the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act.

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