VoterlyH.R. 1709: Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act
119th Congress · Sponsored from Ohio · In committee
What this bill does
Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks ActThis 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.
Key facts
- Status In committee
- Introduced 2025-02-27
- Policy area Science, Technology, Communications
- Cosponsors 4
- Latest action Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsor
Who funds the sponsor?
Rep. Landsman, Greg [D-OH-1] introduced H.R. 1709. On Voterly you can see their top campaign donors from public Federal Election Commission records — individuals, PACs, and industry groups (follow the money) — and compare that with how they vote.
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Campaign donations show who helps fund the sponsor's election; they are not the same as who drafted or lobbied for the bill text. Lobbying disclosures are separate public records.
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Frequently asked questions
What does H.R. 1709 do?
Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks ActThis 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…
Who sponsored H.R. 1709?
Rep. Landsman, Greg [D-OH-1] (D) of Ohio is the lead sponsor.
How do I find out who funds or lobbies for H.R. 1709?
Campaign-finance records (Federal Election Commission) show who funds the bill's sponsor. Separately, federal lobbying disclosures filed under the Lobbying Disclosure Act list the companies and lobbyists who reported lobbying on specific bills. Voterly links the sponsor's donors; lobbying records are public at the U.S. Senate and House lobbying databases.
Is H.R. 1709 now law?
Not yet. The current status is "In committee." See the latest action above for details.