Washington, DC — U.S. House passed the Countering Untrusted Telecommunications Abroad Act, H.R. 1149 this week. The bill passed with an emphatic vote of 410-8, and was sent to the U.S. Senate for consideration.
Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata co-led the legislation with sponsor Rep. Susan Wild (D-Pennsylvania). Amata the original cosponsor with Rep. Wild upon introduction of the bill Feb. 21.
The congresswoman explained the bill is to ensure investigation and response to security vulnerabilities caused by Chinese telecommunications companies in U.S. embassies overseas and among U.S. defense allies. The bill establishes clear reporting and other requirements to counter vulnerabilities.
“This strong bipartisan support is encouraging, making clear that Congress is united in taking an important stand for national security,” said Congresswoman Amata. “Thank you especially to my…
