HR 1795
Networks act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:30 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, titled the NETWORKS Act, aims to protect U.S. national security by imposing sanctions on foreign telecommunications companies, particularly those based in China, that engage in economic or industrial espionage related to telecommunications technology. It authorizes the President to block transactions involving these companies if they produce or conduct business in a way that harms U.S. national security interests. The legislation includes exceptions for intelligence activities and humanitarian assistance, and allows for presidential waivers under specific national security conditions.
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