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Securing Undersea Cables: New Export Controls on Critical Technology.

This law aims to protect digital communication security by restricting foreign adversaries' access to technologies essential for building and maintaining undersea cables. Since these cables carry most global internet data, their protection is crucial for network stability and national security. New, strict export controls on key technological components will be implemented.
Key points
The US government must develop a strategy to block foreign adversaries from obtaining equipment and technology used in undersea cables.
The Secretary of Commerce will evaluate and potentially add key technologies to the export control list, restricting their sale abroad.
The US will negotiate agreements with allies to unify global rules and prevent adversaries from acquiring these technologies worldwide, protecting global internet infrastructure.
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Status: Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2503
Sponsor: Rep. Kean, Thomas H. [R-NJ-7]
Process start date: 2025-03-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Undersea Cable Control Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2503.

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 2025-03-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US government must develop a strategy to block foreign adversaries from obtaining equipment and technology used in undersea cables.
  • The Secretary of Commerce will evaluate and potentially add key technologies to the export control list, restricting their sale abroad.
  • The US will negotiate agreements with allies to unify global rules and prevent adversaries from acquiring these technologies worldwide, protecting global internet infrastructure.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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. Kean, Thomas H. [R-NJ-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3733-3734)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Security Economy