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# AI for Secure Networks Act

Summary, written by a model from the CRS summary

Requires the NTIA to study and report to Congress on how AI can improve the security of telecommunications networks and on the risks AI poses to that security, after seeking public comment.

Model-rated AI relevance 80%: The bill directly studies AI's effects on network security. (claude-opus-5-5, Oct 22, 2026)

national security

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Sponsored by

[Robert MenendezDemocrat NJ](https://whovotedwhy.com/politicians/M001226)

Data as of: bills Oct 22, 2026 · votes Oct 21, 2026 · statements Oct 19, 2026. [What changed](https://whovotedwhy.com/data/changes.json)

## Progress

1.  Introduced
    
    Jan 30, 2026
    
2.  Reported by committee
    
    Sep 16, 2026
    
3.  Passed House
    
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4.  Passed Senate
    
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5.  Became law
    
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Latest action · September 16, 2026

Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 37 - 0.

## Recorded votes

Floor votes carry every member's position; committee tallies carry totals only.

[

House committee H.R. 7294 Sep 16, 2026

AI for Secure Networks Act

Ordered to be Reported · Energy and Commerce Committee

37

0

](https://whovotedwhy.com/votes/0724ca5a5fa5b85d)

## What members said

Releases that cite this bill first, then releases on the same topics.

[Robert Menendez](https://whovotedwhy.com/politicians/M001226) Democrat toward oversight Sep 21, 2026 · cites this bill by number

Menendez touts passage of bills promoting responsible AI use in networks while countering AI-driven cyberattacks and scams.

[Source ↗](https://menendez.house.gov/media/press-releases/menendez-bills-to-combat-ai-driven-cyberattacks-and-protect-americans-from-scams-pass-out-of-committee)

[Sara Jacobs](https://whovotedwhy.com/politicians/J000305) Democrat toward oversight Oct 16, 2026 · same topic

Jacobs argues Congress should pursue both AI innovation and safety guardrails, addressing societal, model, deployer, and impact-level risks rather than prioritizing speed over safety.

[Source ↗](https://sarajacobs.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-sara-jacobs-pens-newsweek-op-ed-on-how-to-win-the-ai-race)

[Josh Gottheimer](https://whovotedwhy.com/politicians/G000583) Democrat mixed Oct 15, 2026 · same topic

Gottheimer touted bipartisan AI bills balancing innovation leadership with safeguards like pre-deployment testing and human control over AI agents.

[Source ↗](https://gottheimer.house.gov/posts/release-gottheimer-discusses-ai-policy-at-the-university-of-pennsylvania)

[Pete Ricketts](https://whovotedwhy.com/politicians/R000618) Republican mixed Oct 14, 2026 · same topic

Ricketts supports strengthening American AI innovation and export controls on chips to China while backing 'commonsense guardrails' for safety without stifling innovation.

[Source ↗](https://www.ricketts.senate.gov/news/press-releases/ricketts-champions-ai-innovation-and-safety/)

[Lisa Blunt Rochester](https://whovotedwhy.com/politicians/B001303) Democrat neutral Oct 13, 2026 · same topic

Blunt Rochester describes meetings with AI experts and OpenAI leadership to discuss national security threats and recent AI safety issues, without stating a specific policy position.

[Source ↗](https://www.bluntrochester.senate.gov/news/press-releases/news-senator-blunt-rochester-returns-from-congressional-delegation-visits-on-coast-guard-ai-national-security/)

[Mark Kelly](https://whovotedwhy.com/politicians/K000377) Democrat toward oversight Oct 13, 2026 · same topic

Kelly advocates legislation requiring human oversight and accountability for military AI, ensuring servicemembers can operate when AI systems fail.

[Source ↗](https://www.kelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-kelly-writes-washington-times-op-ed-on-keeping-humans-in-command-as-ai-transforms-warfare/)

[Tom Barrett](https://whovotedwhy.com/politicians/B001321) Republican toward oversight Oct 9, 2026 · same topic

Barrett introduced legislation creating a Cabinet-level federal office to oversee AI and emerging technology threats and ensure strong guardrails.

[Source ↗](https://barrett.house.gov/media/press-releases/barrett-introduces-legislation-address-growing-threats-artificial-intelligence)

[Lance Gooden](https://whovotedwhy.com/politicians/G000589) Republican toward oversight Oct 9, 2026 · same topic

Gooden asked DNI Clayton to assess U.S. AI defenses against foreign adversaries and identify where congressional legislative action is needed.

[Source ↗](https://gooden.house.gov/press-releases?ID=75086BA0-0C2E-46AC-915E-E710077AE939)

Bill data read 2026-10-22T14:48:01.167Z