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AI for Secure Networks Act

HR 7294 · In committee · last action September 16, 2026

<p><strong>AI for Secure Networks Act</strong></p><p>This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to study and report to Congress on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) technology on the security of telecommunications networks.</p><p>The report must include an analysis of (1) how AI may be used to improve and increase the security of telecommunications networks, including in connection with Open Radio Access Network or virtualized security technologies; and (2) risks to telecommunications network security posed by AI. The&nbsp;NTIA must seek public comment on the report before finalizing it and submitting it to Congress.</p>

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Robert Menendez (D-NJ)

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<p><strong>AI for Secure Networks Act</strong></p><p>This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to study and report to Congress on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) technology on the security of telecommunications networks.</p><p>The report must include an analysis of (1) how AI may be used to improve and increase the security of telecommunications networks, including in connection with Open Radio Access Network or virtualized security technologies; and (2) risks to telecommunications network security posed by AI. The&nbsp;NTIA must seek public comment on the report before finalizing it and submitting it to Congress.</p>