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This bill seeks to impose sanctions on foreign telecommunications companies engaged in activities that could threaten U.S. national security, particularly focusing on companies producing fifth or future generation (5G/6G) telecommunications technology. Specifically, the bill authorizes the President to block and prohibit significant transactions with foreign persons who produce such telecommunications technology and conduct business in a manner contrary to U.S. national security interests. The sanctions would apply 90 days after the bill's enactment and would use powers granted under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The bill includes exceptions for intelligence activities and humanitarian assistance, and allows the President to waive sanctions for 90-day renewable periods if deemed vital to national security. Key definitions are provided, including what constitutes a "foreign person" and "fifth or future generation telecommunications technology," with a particular emphasis on mitigating risks from telecommunications vendors based in countries like China. Penalties for violating these sanctions would be consistent with existing international economic powers regulations. The bill reflects Congress's view that secure telecommunications networks are crucial to national security and that the risks from untrusted vendors outweigh potential benefits.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1795/all-info