Bill · H.R. 5236· House(119-HR-5236)
Critical Infrastructure Security Act
- Introduced
- 9/9/2025
- Last activity
- 9/9/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Chris Pappas
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is called the Critical Infrastructure Security Act. It amends the Defense Production Act of 1950. The bill requires the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to annually review, update, and report on certain government facilities and property. This includes facilities of the intelligence community, National Laboratories, and critical infrastructure like drinking water. It also requires an annual review of the list of sensitive facilities and properties by agency members. Finally, the bill provides for classified briefings to specific Members of Congress upon request.
Yes
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+5
The bill enhances national security by requiring annual reviews and oversight of sensitive government facilities and critical infrastructure.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+4
The bill enhances government transparency and congressional oversight by providing classified briefings to specific Members of Congress upon request.
Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The legislation increases federal oversight responsibilities regarding foreign investments in critical infrastructure.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Better Oversight of Sensitive Sites: Section 2(a) updates the law to include facilities of the intelligence community, National Laboratories, and critical infrastructure like drinking water in real estate reviews. This helps keep these important locations safe and holds officials accountable for monitoring them.
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Regular Annual Reviews: Section 2(b) adds a requirement for an annual review of sensitive facilities and property by January 31 of each year. Committee members must submit reports and recommended updates, which ensures government property is continuously watched over for national security and critical infrastructure reasons.
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Congressional Accountability and Briefings: Section 2(b) allows specific Members of Congress to request and receive a classified briefing regarding the list of sensitive facilities and property. This helps our elected officials keep a close eye on security matters and ensures transparency for the people they represent.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Found: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that create negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+4Increases Federal Power+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+5
- 5/29/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/28/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/9/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Maggie GoodlanderDemocrat · New Hampshire
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Randy WeberRepublican · Texas