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Study on National Security Risks of Consumer Routers and Modems

This act mandates a study to assess whether consumer routers and modems, especially those from countries deemed risky, pose national security threats. The goal is to understand potential vulnerabilities in devices we use daily to protect our data and privacy. The study's findings will be reported to Congress, potentially influencing future decisions about available hardware.
Key points
The government will study consumer routers and modems for hidden security risks.
The study will focus on devices from countries that may pose national security concerns.
Findings will help determine which devices are safe for home use.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_866
Sponsor: Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5]
Process start date: 2025-01-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ROUTERS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_866.

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 2025-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will study consumer routers and modems for hidden security risks.
  • The study will focus on devices from countries that may pose national security concerns.
  • Findings will help determine which devices are safe for home use.
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. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1661)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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.

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