AI for Secure Networks Act
Latest action (16 Sep 2026): Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 37 - 0.
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Official 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.
Timeline
16 Sep 2026
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 37 - 0.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 7294 do?
- 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.
- Has H.R. 7294 become law?
- Not yet. As of 16 Sep 2026, H.R. 7294 is ordered reported.
- Who sponsored H.R. 7294?
- H.R. 7294 was sponsored by Rep. Robert Jacobsen Menendez [D-NJ8] (Democrat-NJ), with 5 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 7294?
- Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 37 - 0. (16 Sep 2026).
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