Bills · HR 1121
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1121Computers and information technologyInternet, web applications, social media
No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act
INTRO FEB 7· LAST ACTION FEB 7
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses concerns about data security and potential risks associated with foreign-developed software used within the U.S. government. By banning a specific application, it aims to prevent sensitive national security information, citizen data, and government operations from potential compromise, especially if the application's developer is from a country considered a security risk or has questionable data privacy practices.
If this bill becomes law, it establishes a clear policy to mitigate perceived risks associated with this particular application across the executive branch. If it does not pass, executive agencies might continue to use DeepSeek without specific government-wide guidelines, potentially exposing government data to the very risks the bill seeks to prevent, depending on the nature of the application and its developer.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Prohibits executive branch agencies from using the DeepSeek application and any related applications or services from its developer, "High Flyer."
This directly blocks a specific application from widespread government use, aiming to reduce potential security vulnerabilities and data risks.
PROVISION 02
Requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to develop standards and guidelines for removing DeepSeek from government information technology within 60 days of the bill becoming law.
This sets a clear timeline and assigns responsibility for implementing the ban consistently across federal agencies.
PROVISION 03
Establishes exceptions for law enforcement activities, national security interests, and security research, allowing limited, authorized use of DeepSeek in these specific circumstances.
These exceptions ensure that critical government functions and essential security work can continue while still addressing overall security concerns.
PROVISION 04
Mandates that agencies using DeepSeek under an exception must develop and officially document specific actions to reduce any associated risks.
This ensures that even when exceptions are made, safeguards are put in place to protect sensitive information and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 32
D· New Jersey
YRS IN OFFICE
9
BILLS LED
93
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 88%
DEM 18 REP 14 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 7
Introduced in House
FEB 7
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1121
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 7, 2025
Last actionFeb 7, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 7, 2025
House BillHR 1121Computers and information technologyInternet, web applications, social media
No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act
INTRODUCED FEB 7, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 7, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
32
COMPLEXITY
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