Communications Security Act
Communications Security: New Advisory Council
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to create a permanent group of experts to focus on making our phone and internet networks safer and more reliable.
- The council will include people from tech companies, colleges, and representatives from federal, state, local, and Tribal governments to ensure many different perspectives are included.
- To keep the networks safe, the law bans any company or group from joining if they are controlled by a foreign adversary or are considered a threat to national security.
- Every two years, this council must release a public report on the FCC website explaining how to improve the way our communications systems work together and how to prevent them from breaking down.
- This move aims to protect the digital systems Americans use every day for work, school, and emergencies from cyberattacks and major technical failures.
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Milestones
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 33 (Roll no. 196). (text: 7/14/2025 CR 3218-3219)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 33 (Roll no. 196).
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Considered as unfinished business.
Vote Results
1 voteOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Communications Security Act
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