01 — The Text
What.
- Requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to study national security risks from consumer routers and modems.
- Focus: devices made by or controlled by China, Iran, North Korea, or Russia.
- Results must be reported to Congress.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Affects Americans using routers/modems daily—these devices control internet access in homes and small businesses.
- Cybersecurity officials worry foreign adversaries could exploit these devices to spy or attack U.S. networks.
- Study determines whether new regulations or restrictions on consumer internet equipment are needed.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed it April 28. Now in Senate with one cosponsor—a sign of bipartisan support but limited momentum.
- Senate must vote to advance. No timeline set yet.
- Contact your senators to ask where they stand on internet security risks.
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.