Bill · H.R. 8320· House(119-HR-8320)
USA 6G Global Leadership Act
- Introduced
- 4/16/2026
- Last activity
- 4/22/2026 — Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 41 - 2.
- Sponsored by
- Julie Johnson
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
What this bill would do
The USA 6G Global Leadership Act directs the Ambassador at Large for Cyberspace and Digital Policy to lead diplomatic efforts regarding upcoming international telecommunications conferences. This includes coordinating across various federal agencies to promote U.S. economic and security interests. The bill mandates reports on the activities of the People's Republic of China and the Russian Federation regarding international standards. Additionally, it directs the Secretary of State to carry out projects that assert U.S. leadership in telecommunications infrastructure. Finally, the Act requires a formal strategy to promote and dominate 6G technology globally.
Yes· 3 of 12
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+6
The bill emphasizes securing telecommunications infrastructure against malign foreign practices to enhance digital security.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The legislation promotes cooperation with like-minded allies to establish global leadership in 6G technology.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
The bill expands the diplomatic duties of the Ambassador at Large to lead efforts in international telecommunications forums.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Security and Economic Interests: The bill seeks to ensure the United States wins the race for 6G global leadership, which is identified as a national security, economic, and foreign policy interest (Section 2).
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Support for Private Sector Competition: The legislation aims to use economic and diplomatic tools to ensure United States companies are positioned to compete as leading providers and are not unfairly disadvantaged by state-sowned enterprises from the PRC (Section 2).
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Promotion of Trusted Vendors: Through project assistance, the bill prioritizes promoting connectivity and the use of trusted vendors in developing countries (Section 4(b)(1)).
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Support for Allied Technology: The bill encourages the use of technology produced by United States companies or entities organized under the laws of United States allies (Section 4(b)(2)).
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Inclusion of Private Sector Perspectives: The Ambassador at Large is tasked with consulting with United States private sector entities to ensure their views are represented in international election processes (Section 3(b)(2)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+6Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5Improves International Alliances+5Improves International Trade+4Increases Foreign Aid+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+4Increases Job Creation+3
- Education And Technology
- Improves Internet Access+4Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2Increases Federal Power+2
- 4/22/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 41 - 2.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/16/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Sheri BiggsRepublican · South Carolina
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Brad ShermanDemocrat · California