Bills · S 765
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 765Computers and information technologyInternet, web applications, social media
No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act
INTRO FEB 27· LAST ACTION FEB 27
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it directly relates to the security of government operations and sensitive data, which includes their own personal information. If foreign-developed applications with potential ties to other governments are used on official devices, there's a risk that data could be accessed or compromised by external entities. This could undermine national security or lead to breaches of public trust.
If this bill becomes law, it would mean a proactive step by the U.S. government to mitigate potential cybersecurity risks by restricting specific applications deemed high-risk. If it doesn't pass, executive agencies would continue to have the discretion to use DeepSeek or similar apps, potentially leaving government systems and data vulnerable to exploitation, depending on the app's security practices and ownership.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Prohibits executive agencies from using the DeepSeek application or any related applications or services developed by High Flyer.
This directly targets and bans a specific set of applications from government use, aiming to reduce potential security risks.
PROVISION 02
Requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to develop standards and guidelines for executive agencies to remove DeepSeek and related applications within 60 days of the bill becoming law.
This sets a clear deadline and assigns responsibility for implementing the ban, ensuring a consistent approach across government.
PROVISION 03
Includes exceptions for using DeepSeek or related applications for law enforcement activities, national security interests, and security research.
These exceptions ensure that critical government functions are not hampered while still addressing the overall security concerns.
PROVISION 04
Requires agencies using an excepted application to develop and document risk mitigation actions for that use.
This provision adds a layer of accountability and security for authorized uses, ensuring that even under exceptions, risks are managed.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 27
Introduced in Senate
FEB 27
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 765
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 27, 2025
Last actionFeb 27, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 27, 2025
Senate BillS 765Computers and information technologyInternet, web applications, social media
No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act
INTRODUCED FEB 27, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 27, 2025
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
2
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