AI for Secure Networks Act was reported by committee and awaits a floor vote
IntroducedJan 30, 2026
ReportedSep 16, 2026
Passed one chamber—
Passed both—
Law—
What it changes · CRS summary
Written by the Congressional Research Service [2]. 96 words.
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.
Context
- Committees
- House Energy and Commerce Committee
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications: 52 of 2,109 bills became law, 113th–118th (2.5%)
- Sponsor
- 0 of 32 bills enacted since 2013
- Text versions
- 1: introduced in house · 336 words
- Subjects
- Advanced technology and technological innovationsComputer security and identity theftComputers and information technologyData collection, sharing, protectionGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigations +1 more
- Latest action
- Sep 16, 2026: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 37 - 0.
- Records
- Congress.gov · Bill text
Exhibit 1Passage odds band at each stage, rated when the bill reached it [4]
Related bills · 0
The bill status record lists no related bills.
Exhibit 2Articles naming the bill per day, last 90 days, US sources [3]