AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Mar 4, 2025. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The National Telecommunications and Information Administration must conduct a study on national security risks posed by consumer routers and modems
- The study must specifically examine devices developed, manufactured, or supplied by persons owned by, controlled by, or subject to influence of China, Iran, North Korea, or Russia
- Results of the study must be provided to Congress
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The bill establishes a factfinding requirement but does not authorize regulatory action, product bans, or other remedies based on the study results
- Effects of the study on consumers, manufacturers, or national security are not established by the bill itself
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed the bill by voice vote on April 28, 2025, under suspension of the rules
- Bill received in the Senate on April 29, 2025
- Committee on Energy and Commerce reported an amended version on April 24, 2025
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.