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Faster National Security Review for Foreign-Owned Telecom Mergers and Licenses

This Act establishes a mandatory interagency review process for covered telecommunications applications (such as submarine cable licenses or new line construction) involving foreign ownership interests. The goal is to assess national security and law enforcement implications within strict deadlines, leading to a recommendation to the Commission to grant, deny, or conditionally grant the application.
Key points
New Review Process: An interagency process (associated with the TEAM TELECOM Act) is established to review national security implications of foreign ownership in telecommunications applications.
Strict Deadlines: The review process must be completed within 120 days (with a possible 45-day extension) to issue a recommendation to the Commission.
Increased Transparency: Applicants are entitled to standardized information requests and must receive a status update on their review within 5 days of inquiry.
Scope: The review covers applications including submarine cable landing licenses, construction of new communication lines, and certain license transfers, if they exceed the foreign ownership threshold.
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Print number: 118_HR_4506
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Bill [R-OH-6]
Process start date: 2023-07-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TEAM TELECOM Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4506.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Review Process: An interagency process (associated with the TEAM TELECOM Act) is established to review national security implications of foreign ownership in telecommunications applications.
  • Strict Deadlines: The review process must be completed within 120 days (with a possible 45-day extension) to issue a recommendation to the Commission.
  • Increased Transparency: Applicants are entitled to standardized information requests and must receive a status update on their review within 5 days of inquiry.
  • Scope: The review covers applications including submarine cable landing licenses, construction of new communication lines, and certain license transfers, if they exceed the foreign ownership threshold.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Johnson, Bill [R-OH-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Weber (TX) asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 4506, a bill originally introduced by Representative Johnson (OH), for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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