01 — The Text
What.
- Requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to study national security risks posed by consumer routers and modems.
- Study must focus on devices made by or controlled by companies in China, Iran, North Korea, or Russia.
- Results must be reported to Congress.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Homeowners and small businesses gain insight into whether their internet equipment poses espionage or hacking risks from foreign adversaries.
- U.S. tech and telecom companies may benefit if study leads to restrictions on foreign-made devices.
- Consumer device prices could rise if foreign equipment is restricted or if manufacturers add security features.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed it April 28. Now in Senate with no scheduled action or committee assignment yet.
- Senate can pass, amend, or ignore it. No deadline exists.
- Track progress at Congress.gov; contact your senator if you want them to prioritize it.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Apr 29, 2025 — Received in the Senate.
- Apr 28, 2025 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Apr 28, 2025 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1661)
- Apr 28, 2025 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1661)
- Apr 28, 2025 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 866.
- Apr 28, 2025 — Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1661-1662)
- Apr 28, 2025 — Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
- Apr 24, 2025 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 52.