Bill > HR1765

This bill aims to enhance the United States' representation and leadership in communications standards-setting bodies, particularly for 5G and future wireless networks. The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information is directed to encourage participation and offer technical expertise to a wide variety of stakeholders in key standards organizations, such as the International Organization for Standardization and the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP). Importantly, the bill explicitly excludes companies or stakeholders deemed "not trusted" based on national security assessments, which can be determined by interagency bodies or specific executive branch determinations. The bill defines key terms like 5G networks (fifth-generation mobile networks as described in 3GPP Release 15 or higher) and communications networks, and requires the Assistant Secretary to provide a briefing to relevant congressional committees within 60 days of enactment outlining a strategy to promote U.S. leadership in these standards-setting bodies. The overarching goal is to ensure U.S. companies and experts play a significant role in shaping global telecommunications standards while protecting national security interests.

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1765/all-info