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Introduced
02/07/2018
02/07/2018
In Committee
02/07/2018
02/07/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
Defending U.S. Government Communications Act This bill prohibits federal agencies from procuring or obtaining, renewing or extending a contract to obtain or procure, or entering into a contract with an entity that uses any equipment, system, or service with telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system that is from Huawei Technologies Company, ZTE Corporation, or an entity reasonably believed to be owned or controlled by China.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits federal agencies from procuring, obtaining, or contracting with any entity that uses telecommunications equipment or services from Huawei Technologies Company, ZTE Corporation, or any other entity reasonably believed to be owned, controlled, or connected to the government of China. The bill cites concerns about the national security risks associated with using telecommunications equipment and services from Chinese companies that may be subject to influence or control by the Chinese government.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (on 02/07/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/senate-bill/2391/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s2391/BILLS-115s2391is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s2391/BILLS-115s2391is.pdf.pdf |
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