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Remote Access Security Act

1/15/2026, 4:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2683

The Remote Access Security Act, introduced in the 119th Congress on April 7, 2025, aims to enhance remote access security measures. The bill, designated as H.R. 2683, focuses on establishing guidelines and frameworks to improve the security of remote access systems. Specific directives for securing remote access channels and protecting against cyber threats are likely included in the proposed legislation. For more detailed information and the full text of the bill, refer to the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr2683/BILLS-119hr2683ih.pdf.

Congressional Summary of HR 2683

Remote Access Security Act

This bill broadens the scope of the U.S. export control system to include remote access of items. Remote access means (1) access to an item subject to the jurisdiction of the United States by a foreign person through a network connection, including the internet or a cloud computing service, from a location other than where the item is physically located; or (2) any other form of access specified in regulations promulgated by the Department of Commerce.

The Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (ECRA), which is implemented through the Export Administration Regulations, provides a permanent statutory basis for controlling the export of dual-use goods (e.g., items with both civilian and military uses) and certain military parts and components. This bill applies export controls under ECRA to remote access of items, thereby allowing Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security to issue licenses and impose penalties related to remote access of controlled items.

Current Status of Bill HR 2683

Bill HR 2683 is currently in the status of Passed in House since January 12, 2026. Bill HR 2683 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 7, 2025.  Bill HR 2683's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of January 13, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2683

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
38
Democrat Cosponsors
19
Republican Cosponsors
19
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2683

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact Areas

- Computers and information technology
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
- Trade restrictions

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2683

To provide for control of remote access of items under the Export Control Reform Act of 2018.
To provide for control of remote access of items under the Export Control Reform Act of 2018.

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