House Hearing on Wireless Technology and National Security
January 1, 2022
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The Frame
The hearing reviewed multiple legislative proposals, such as the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act, which establish federal frameworks for identifying and removing insecure equipment from U.S. wireless networks.
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Wireless Carriers
Wireless companies may be required to comply with new federal standards for equipment security and information sharing.
Telecommunications Equipment Manufacturers
Manufacturers face potential restrictions on the sale and use of equipment deemed a security risk by federal agencies.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2022.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on September 27, 2019, by the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
- The committee reviewed H.R. 4459, the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019.
- The committee reviewed H.R. 2881, the Secure 5G and Beyond Act of 2019.
- The committee reviewed H.R. 4500, the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2019.
- The committee reviewed H.R. 4461, the Network Security Information Sharing Act of 2019.
- The committee reviewed H.R. 4462, the SHARE Act.
- The committee reviewed H.R. 575, the Prague Proposals.
- The committee reviewed H.R. 2063, the E-Frontier Act.
- Witnesses provided testimony on the intersection of 5G deployment and national security risks.
- The hearing included the submission of external articles and letters regarding wireless technology and emergency services.
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Why It Matters
The hearing reviewed multiple legislative proposals, such as the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act, which establish federal frameworks for identifying and removing insecure equipment from U.S. wireless networks.
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Focus on Supply Chain Security
The hearing marks a clear legislative pivot toward regulating the supply chain of wireless infrastructure for national security purposes.
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