H.R.7520 — Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024
House Roll Call
H.R.7520
| Bill | H.R.7520 — Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 414 / Nay 0 / Present 0 / Not Voting 18 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 212 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| D | 202 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 7520 - Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024
The Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024 (HR 7520) aims to enhance the security of U.S. citizens’ personal data from foreign threats. The bill establishes a framework for identifying and mitigating risks associated with foreign adversaries accessing sensitive data through various means, including technology services and applications.
Key Provisions:
Data Security Assessment: The bill mandates the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the risks posed by foreign adversaries to the data of American citizens. This includes evaluating the security practices of technology companies and their data handling procedures.
Regulatory Authority: The bill grants the Secretary of Commerce the authority to impose regulations on companies that pose a significant risk to national security due to their data practices. This includes the ability to restrict or prohibit transactions involving foreign entities deemed a threat.
Collaboration with Agencies: The bill encourages collaboration between the Department of Commerce, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and other relevant agencies to develop best practices for data protection and to enhance consumer awareness regarding data privacy.
Funding: The bill authorizes appropriations necessary for the implementation of its provisions, although specific funding amounts are not detailed within the text.
Beneficiaries and Impact: The primary beneficiaries of this legislation are American consumers whose personal data will be better protected from foreign exploitation. The bill also impacts technology companies, particularly those with foreign ownership or partnerships, as they will need to comply with new regulations and assessments.
Timeline: Following its introduction, HR 7520 has been received in the Senate, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for further consideration. The timeline for further action remains to be determined as it progresses through the legislative process.
This act represents a proactive approach to safeguarding American data in an increasingly interconnected and digital world.
Yea (414)
C
Colin Allred
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
K
Ken Buck
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
C
Cori Bush
K
Ken Calvert
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
J
Jerry Carl
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
A
Anthony D'Esposito
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
Anna Eshoo
A
A. Ferguson
S
Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
R
Ruben Gallego
J
John Garamendi
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
J
Jeff Jackson
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
K
Kathy Manning
L
Lucy McBath
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
M
Mary Peltola
G
Greg Pence
D
Dean Phillips
K
Katie Porter
B
Bill Posey
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Sarbanes
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
A
Abigail Spanberger
M
Michelle Steel
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
M
Michael Waltz
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
B
Brad Wenstrup
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Not Voting (18)
R
Raúl Grijalva
D
Daniel Kildee
B
Barbara Lee
D
Debbie Lesko
J
John Rutherford
D
David Trone
