H.R. 1709: Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act
A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | House bill (H.R.) |
| Originating chamber | House |
| Introduced | 2025-02-27 |
| Sponsor | Rep. Landsman, Greg [D-OH-1] |
| Policy area | Science, Technology, Communications |
| Cosponsors | 4 |
| Latest action | 2025-07-15 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-13 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in House, 2025-02-27):
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.
Cosponsors (4)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Kat Cammack | R FL (original cosponsor) 2025-02-27 |
| Brian K. Fitzpatrick | R PA 2025-03-10 |
| Erin Houchin | R IN 2025-03-11 |
| Zachary Nunn | R IA 2025-05-06 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 1709 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is H.R. 1709?
H.R. 1709 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 1709 are available on congress.gov.
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