Telephone And Wireless Communication
US Congress 116th Congress
Promoting Secure 5G Act of 2020 [HB-5698]
[Telecommunications ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[International ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[National Security ]
Requires the Department of the Treasury to instruct the U.S. Executive Director at each international financial institution (e.g., the International Monetary Fund or the International Finance Corporation) that it is U.S. policy to support institutional assistance with advanced wireless technologies only if they provide appropriate security for users, encourage assistance with infrastructure or policy reforms that facilitate the use of secure advanced wireless technologies, and cooperate with institutional member states to strengthen international
(continued...)
Spread the world
Gettr US Congress 116th Congress
Safeguarding Americans' Private Records Act of 2020 [HB-5675]
[Cybersecurity ]
[National Security ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Data Privacy ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Telecommunications ]
Imposes limitations on investigative powers provided under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 (FISA), reauthorizes certain FISA programs, and makes related changes. Provisions include reauthorizing to December 15, 2023, FISA authority to obtain business records, but also repealing the power to use such authority to obtain records on an ongoing basis; excluding certain data, such as cell phone location, from FISA authority to access business records; establishing that nonpublic information collected under FISA authority may not be
(continued...)
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
To prohibit the sharing of United States intelligence with countries that permit operation of Huawei fifth generation telecommunications technology within their borders. [HB-5661]
[Telecommunications ]
[National Security ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[International ]
Prohibits sharing U.S. intelligence with countries that permit within their national borders the use of Huawei fifth generation telecommunications technology. (Huawei is a Chinese telecommunications company with suspected ties to the Chinese government.)
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
Consumer Access to Grid Information Act of 2020 [HB-5649]
[Energy ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Consumer Protection ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
Requires the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy of the Department of Energy to establish a grant program for the creation of a cellular phone application (app). The app must allow the public to monitor power grids, including by enabling the public to view the demand and capacity of the energy grid, the types of energy sources that are serving the grid, and regional energy prices.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
Industries of the Future Act of 2020 [S.3191]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Science ]
[Labor, Jobs, Employment ]
[Economic Development ]
[National Security ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Artificial Intelligence ]
[Manufacturing ]
Requires the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) to report to Congress on research and development investments, infrastructure, and workforce development investments of the federal government that enable continued U.S. leadership in industries of the future. The President shall establish or designate an Industries of the Future Coordination Council. The council shall provide the OSTP with advice on ways in which the government can ensure that the United States continues to lead the world in developing emerging technologies that improve
(continued...)
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
A bill to use proceeds from spectrum auctions to support supply chain innovation and multilateral security. [S.3189]
[Telecommunications ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[National Security ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Defense ]
[Trade ]
A bill to use proceeds from spectrum auctions to support supply chain innovation and multilateral security.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
MEDIA Diversity Act of 2020 Measuring the Economics Driving Investments and Access for Diversity Act of 2020 [HB-5567]
[Media and Advertising ]
[Telecommunications ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
[Economic Development ]
Requires the Federal Communications Commission to consider market entry barriers for socially disadvantaged individuals in its biennial communications marketplace report.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
MEDIA Diversity Act of 2020 Measuring the Economics Driving Investments and Access for Diversity Act of 2020 [HB-5567]
[Media and Advertising ]
[Telecommunications ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
[Economic Development ]
Requires the Federal Communications Commission to consider market entry barriers for socially disadvantaged individuals in its biennial communications marketplace report.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
PROTECT Kids Act Preventing Real Online Threats Endangering Children Today [HB-5573]
[Children and Youth ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Data Privacy ]
[Consumer Protection ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Public Safety ]
To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
A bill to prohibit the sharing of United States intelligence with countries that permit the operation of Huawei fifth generation telecommunications technology within their borders. [S.3153]
[Telecommunications ]
[National Security ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[International ]
[Defense ]
Prohibits sharing U.S. intelligence with countries that permit within their national borders the use of Huawei fifth generation telecommunications technology. (Huawei is a Chinese telecommunications company with suspected ties to the Chinese government.)
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
Cruise Passenger Protection Act of 2019 [S.3124]
[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
[Consumer Protection ]
[Tourism ]
[Public Safety ]
[Law Enforcement ]
Revises provisions related to passenger vessel security and safety. The bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to develop standards for cruise ship owners to provide passengers with a conspicuous and unambiguous summary of key terms of passage contracts before they are binding. Vessel owners must provide each passenger with a summary meeting those standards and include the summary in promotional literature. The bill prescribes civil and criminal penalties for violations. DOT must (1) establish a hotline for passenger complaints, (2)
(continued...)
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to ensure that politically derived information is not used in an application to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court for an order under title I or III of such Act. [HB-5488]
[National Security ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Elections ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Data Privacy ]
Requires an application under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 for electronic surveillance or a physical search to include a certification by a designated executive branch official that none of the facts or circumstances included in the application's statement of facts were solely produced by, derived from, or collected using funds of, a political organization for gaining an advantage against an opposing political candidate.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
Calling on African governments to protect and promote human rights through internet freedom and digital integration for all citizens across the continent of Africa. [HR-768]
[Telecommunications ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Human Rights ]
[International ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Data Privacy ]
This resolution condemns the restriction of internet access across Africa and urges African governments to employ specified measures to ensure the integrity and security of their telecommunications infrastructures. The resolution also encourages telecommunications providers and businesses operating in Africa to facilitate open and secure access to the internet.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
Calling on African governments to protect and promote human rights through internet freedom and digital integration for all citizens across the continent of Africa. [HR-768]
[Telecommunications ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Human Rights ]
[International ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Data Privacy ]
This resolution condemns the restriction of internet access across Africa and urges African governments to employ specified measures to ensure the integrity and security of their telecommunications infrastructures. The resolution also encourages telecommunications providers and businesses operating in Africa to facilitate open and secure access to the internet.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
Pursuing Equity in Mental Health Act [HB-5469]
[Mental Health ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
[Public Health ]
[Children and Youth ]
[Healthcare ]
To address mental health issues for youth, particularly youth of color, and for other purposes.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
DEFEAT Robocalls Act of 2019 Double the Enforcement and Fines of Everyone Associated with Terrible Robocalls Act of 2019 [HB-3707]
[Telecommunications ]
[Consumer Protection ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Cybersecurity ]
Increases fines for robocall, spoofing, and telemarketing violations. Additionally, the bill reduces the amount that must be in controversy to give rise to a private right of action and allows a person bringing such an action to obtain twice the amount of damages sustained.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
DEFEAT Robocalls Act of 2019 Double the Enforcement and Fines of Everyone Associated with Terrible Robocalls Act of 2019 [HB-3707]
[Telecommunications ]
[Consumer Protection ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Cybersecurity ]
Increases fines for robocall, spoofing, and telemarketing violations. Additionally, the bill reduces the amount that must be in controversy to give rise to a private right of action and allows a person bringing such an action to obtain twice the amount of damages sustained.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
Protect Broadband Funding Act [HB-5424]
[Telecommunications ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Budget and Spending ]
[Funding ]
Prohibits the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from implementing a proposed rule that would establish a cap on the Universal Service Fund, the mechanism through which the FCC provides support for the distribution of telecommunications services.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
Reducing Foreign Influence in 5G Act [HB-3678]
[Telecommunications ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[National Security ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Defense ]
[Trade ]
Directs the Office of the Director of National Intelligence to report to Congress on the threats to U.S. national security posed by the global adoption of fifth-generation wireless network technology built by foreign companies and the effect of possible efforts to address such threats.
Spread the world
US Congress 116th Congress
Moving Our Democracy and Congressional Operations Towards Modernization Resolution [HR-756]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[Data Privacy ]
[Elections ]
[Human Services ]
[Libraries ]
[Telecommunications ]
[Public Safety ]
[Science ]
[Education ]
[Disabilities ]
This resolution implements recommendations made by the House Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress. TITLE I--STREAMLINING AND REORGANIZING HUMAN RESOURCES (Sec. 101) The House Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) must establish and operate a centralized human resources program to assist Member, committee, and leadership office staff.(Sec. 102) The House Office of Diversity and Inclusion shall submit to the Committee on House Administration (1) an operational plan for appointing and establishing duties for staff of the office
(continued...)