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Bill117th CongressFiled Apr 20, 2021Science, Technology, Communications
H.R. 2685

Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act

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What it doesSummary passed house (Dec 1, 2021)

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 shall include (1) an assessment of the degree to which providers of mobile service 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 used in mobile service and communications equipment, mobile devices, and mobile operating systems and software.

What just happenedDec 2, 2021

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-18](D-CA)Sponsor
3 cosponsors2 D1 R
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  1. Dec 2, 2021IntroReferral

    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

    Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
  2. Dec 1, 2021FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  3. Dec 1, 2021FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 404 - 19 (Roll no. 389). (text: 11/30/2021 CR H6687-6688)

  4. Dec 1, 2021Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 404 - 19 (Roll no. 389).(text: 11/30/2021 CR H6687-6688)

  5. Dec 1, 2021FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6833-6834)

  6. Nov 30, 2021FloorH37220

    At 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.

  7. Nov 30, 2021FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2685.

  8. Nov 30, 2021FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6687-6689)

  9. Nov 30, 2021FloorH30300

    Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

  10. Nov 30, 2021CalendarsH12410

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 136.

  11. Nov 30, 2021CommitteeH12200

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 117-186.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  12. Nov 30, 2021Committee5000

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 117-186.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  13. Jul 21, 2021Committee

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  14. Jul 21, 2021Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  15. Jul 20, 2021Committee

    Subcommittee on Communications and Technology Discharged.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  16. Jul 15, 2021Committee

    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Communications and Technology Subcommittee
  17. Apr 21, 2021Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

    Communications and Technology Subcommittee
  18. Apr 20, 2021IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  19. Apr 20, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  20. Apr 20, 2021IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed HouseDec 1, 202153

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 shall include (1) an assessment of the degree to which providers of mobile service 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 used in mobile service and communications equipment, mobile devices, and mobile operating systems and software.

Reported to HouseNov 30, 20217

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 shall include (1) an assessment of the degree to which providers of mobile service 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 used in mobile service and communications equipment, mobile devices, and mobile operating systems and software.

Introduced in HouseApr 20, 2021

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 shall include (1) an assessment of the degree to which providers of mobile service 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 used in mobile service and communications equipment, mobile devices, and mobile operating systems and software.

Understanding Cybersecurity of Mobile Networks Act — Informed