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Read. Follow. Verify.Connected Vehicle National Security Review Act
Record date · June 13, 2024
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What This Bill Would Do
This bill creates a new office within the Department of Commerce to monitor and potentially block technology transactions in connected vehicles that pose national security risks. It grants the government authority to investigate, mitigate, or prohibit the use of software and hardware from foreign entities deemed to be of concern.
This bill establishes a new federal regulatory process that could force automotive manufacturers to remove or replace specific digital components or software in vehicles if those parts are linked to foreign jurisdictions identified as national security threats.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Automotive manufacturers
Must comply with new regulations regarding the sourcing of digital components and software for connected vehicles.
Technology suppliers
Subject to potential transaction reviews, investigations, and prohibitions if their products are deemed to pose national security risks.
Key Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 'covered motor vehicle' under this bill?
What happens if a transaction is found to pose an 'undue risk'?
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently filed. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Committee.
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Discoveries
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Expansion of Regulatory Reach
The bill explicitly creates a new office to handle ICTS transactions specifically for the automotive sector, signaling a shift toward sector-specific supply chain security enforcement.
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Sources
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Analysis Score
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