ROUTERS Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 7589 ROUTERS Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

10/4/2024, 7:57 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7589

The "ROUTERS Act" (H.R. 7589) was introduced in the 118th Congress on March 8, 2024. The bill aims to improve routing security to protect against cyber threats in internet networks. It includes measures to enhance the resilience and integrity of routing systems, establish best practices for network operators, and promote information sharing on routing security incidents. The bill also focuses on strengthening coordination among government and private sector entities to mitigate risks posed by malicious activities targeting routing infrastructure. Further details on specific directives or actions proposed can be found in the bill text accessible through the provided links.

Congressional Summary of HR 7589

Removing Our Unsecure Technologies to Ensure Reliability and Security Act or the ROUTERS Act

This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to conduct a study of the national security risks posed by consumer routers and modems (including devices that combine a modem and router) and provide the results of the study to Congress. The study must address devices that have been developed or manufactured by persons (i.e., individuals and entities) owned by, controlled by, or subject to the influence of China, Iran, North Korea, or Russia.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7589

Bill HR 7589 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since September 10, 2024. Bill HR 7589 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 8, 2024. Bill HR 7589's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of September 10, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7589

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Computer security and identity theft

- Computers and information technology

- Congressional oversight

- Internet, web applications, social media

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7589

ROUTERS Act

Removing Our Unsecure Technologies to Ensure Reliability and Security Act

ROUTERS Act

Removing Our Unsecure Technologies to Ensure Reliability and Security Act

ROUTERS Act

Removing Our Unsecure Technologies to Ensure Reliability and Security Act

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information, to conduct a study of the national security risks posed by consumer routers, modems, and devices that combine a modem and router, and for other purposes.