BAD APPS Act

1/31/2024, 8:15 AM

Bolstering America's Defenses Against Potentially Perilous Software Act or the BAD APPS Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to create (1) categorical definitions of foreign mobile applications of concern, and (2) a risk framework to assess certain foreign mobile applications for any potential impact on DOD personnel and operations. Generally, the framework must include mobile applications from countries that DOD determines to be engaged in consistent, unauthorized conduct that is detrimental to the national security or foreign policy of the United States.

Such framework must incorporate specified considerations, such as the manner and extent of data collection by the application.

DOD must issue guidance to all of its personnel incorporating the categories of foreign mobile applications of concern and advising how to mitigate the risks identified by the risk framework with respect to the applications. DOD must also update the categorical definitions and risk framework at least annually.

The Bill 118 hr 6106, also known as the BAD APPS Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of harmful apps that are available for download on mobile devices.

The BAD APPS Act aims to protect consumers from apps that may pose a threat to their privacy, security, or overall well-being. The bill requires app developers to provide clear and accurate information about the data that their apps collect, how it is used, and who it is shared with.

Additionally, the BAD APPS Act establishes a process for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate and take action against app developers who violate these requirements. This includes the ability to impose fines and other penalties on developers who fail to comply with the law. Overall, the BAD APPS Act is designed to ensure that consumers have access to safe and transparent mobile apps, and to hold developers accountable for any harm caused by their products.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 6106
Introduced on
2023-10-26
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/26/2023
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Bolstering America's Defenses Against Potentially Perilous Software Act or the BAD APPS Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to create (1) categorical definitions of foreign mobile applications of concern, and (2) a risk framework to assess certain foreign mobile applications for any potential impact on DOD personnel and operations. Generally, the framework must include mobile applications from countries that DOD determines to be engaged in consistent, unauthorized conduct that is detrimental to the national security or foreign policy of the United States.

Such framework must incorporate specified considerations, such as the manner and extent of data collection by the application.

DOD must issue guidance to all of its personnel incorporating the categories of foreign mobile applications of concern and advising how to mitigate the risks identified by the risk framework with respect to the applications. DOD must also update the categorical definitions and risk framework at least annually.

The Bill 118 hr 6106, also known as the BAD APPS Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of harmful apps that are available for download on mobile devices.

The BAD APPS Act aims to protect consumers from apps that may pose a threat to their privacy, security, or overall well-being. The bill requires app developers to provide clear and accurate information about the data that their apps collect, how it is used, and who it is shared with.

Additionally, the BAD APPS Act establishes a process for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate and take action against app developers who violate these requirements. This includes the ability to impose fines and other penalties on developers who fail to comply with the law. Overall, the BAD APPS Act is designed to ensure that consumers have access to safe and transparent mobile apps, and to hold developers accountable for any harm caused by their products.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo create a risk framework to evaluate foreign mobile applications of concern, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Bill Update Alert:  National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024
Committee:  Armed Services

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/15/2024

Bolstering America's Defenses Against Potentially Perilous Software Act or the BAD APPS Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to create (1) categorical definitions of foreign mobile applications of concern, ...

Latest Action10/26/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.