HR-7294 — AI for Secure Networks Act

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Transparency & Accountability

No change for you yet — a one-year federal study of how AI could protect or threaten phone and internet networks.

Transparency & Accountability

Public comment on AI network-security study — before Congress gets it

Before the report goes to Congress, the Commerce Department's telecom office must let the public weigh in on it. The report is due within one year of the law taking effect.

More about this bill

Most people would see no change in daily life from this bill. It orders a government study, not new rules or spending. The Commerce Department, through its telecom office (NTIA), would study how artificial intelligence (AI) affects phone and internet network security. The study would look at how AI could spot threats and malware in real time. It would also cover how well networks stay up, energy use, and newer designs like Open RAN (cell networks built from mixed vendors' parts). It must also weigh the risks AI itself poses to network security. The department would consult the FCC and industry along the way. Before sending the report to Congress, it must let the public comment on it. The report is due within one year of the bill becoming law and may suggest new laws. Nothing in the bill changes your phone or internet service today.

Congressional Summary

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.

Legislative Subjects

Advanced technology and technological innovationsComputer security and identity theftComputers and information technologyData collection, sharing, protectionGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsTelephone and wireless communication

Details

Congress: 119th
Chamber: House
Status: summarized
Action: Introduced in House
Action Date: 2026-01-30
Date Added: 2026-09-17
Source: Congress.gov →

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