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H.R. 1709 · 119th Congress

Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act

Passed HouseScience, Technology, Communications
IntroducedFeb 27, 2025
Passed HouseJul 14, 2025
Passed SenateNot yet
To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Passed House. Latest step, Jul 15, 2025: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The House passed it 360–10. From Iowa: Zachary Nunn cosponsors it. In the House, Iowa's representatives split: Randy Feenstra yes, Ashley Hinson yes, Mariannette Miller-Meeks yes, Zachary Nunn did not vote. It would change 0 sections of existing law and would add 1 new provisions of its own.

How this bill changes the law

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H.R. 1709 doesn't change any existing section of law. It would create 1 new provision of its own. Read from the bill text as sent to the Senate (Jul 15, 2025).

New provisions of the bill's own

  • Sec. 2 Report on cybersecurity of mobile service networks
What the words would change: every change, in place (0)

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    What it does

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    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.

    Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in House, Feb 27, 2025).

    Our plain-language breakdown, with what it means for you and the case for and against, is written once a bill starts to move.

    What has happened

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    1. Jul 15, 2025Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.Senate
    2. Jul 14, 2025Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
    3. Jul 14, 2025On 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) Roll call recordHouse floor actions
    4. Jul 14, 2025Passed/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). Roll call recordLibrary of Congress
    5. Jul 14, 2025Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3230-3231)House floor actions
    6. Jul 14, 2025At 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
    7. Jul 14, 2025DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1709.House floor actions
    8. Jul 14, 2025Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3209-3211)House floor actions
    9. Jul 14, 2025Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.House floor actions
    10. Jun 30, 2025Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 143.House floor actions
    11. Jun 30, 2025Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-177.House floor actions
    12. Jun 30, 2025Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-177.Library of Congress
    13. Mar 4, 2025Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.House committee actions
    14. Mar 4, 2025Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session HeldHouse committee actions
    15. Feb 27, 2025Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
    16. Feb 27, 2025Introduced in HouseLibrary of Congress
    17. Feb 27, 2025Introduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

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    Recorded votes

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    1. Jul 14, 2025 · HousePassed 360–10
      Iowa: Randy Feenstra yes, Ashley Hinson yes, Mariannette Miller-Meeks yes, Zachary Nunn did not vote
      On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · needed two-thirds
      R 183 yes, 10 noD 177 yes, 0 noEach member · Record

    Cosponsors

    From Iowa

    Everyone else (3)

    • Kat Cammack R-FL-3
    • Brian K. Fitzpatrick R-PA-1
    • Erin Houchin R-IN-9