119th Congress
H.R. 7294
AI for Secure Networks Act
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became law
- Sponsor
- Robert Menendez(D-NJ)
- Introduced
- Jan 30, 2026
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Committees
- House Committee on Energy and Commerce
- Official text
- Introduced in House · Congress.gov page
Cosponsors (5)
Original cosponsors (3)
- August Pfluger (R-TX)
- Greg Landsman (D-OH)
- Jennifer L. McClellan (D-VA)
Added later (2)
- Troy A. Carter (D-LA) · Mar 26, 2026
- Eugene Simon Vindman (D-VA) · Sep 2, 2026
Summary
Summary by the Congressional Research Service· describes the “Introduced in House” version
AI for Secure Networks Act
This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to study and report to Congress on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) technology on the security of telecommunications networks.
The report must include an analysis of (1) how AI may be used to improve and increase the security of telecommunications networks, including in connection with Open Radio Access Network or virtualized security technologies; and (2) risks to telecommunications network security posed by AI. The NTIA must seek public comment on the report before finalizing it and submitting it to Congress.
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Sep 16, 2026
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 37 - 0. - Sep 16, 2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held - Sep 1, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote. - Sep 1, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held - Jan 30, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. - Jan 30, 2026 · House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. - Jan 30, 2026
Introduced in House