Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Guard Federal Networks From Attacks From China, Russia

Under the new bill, the federal government agencies would need to buy electronics from original equipment manufacturers and authorized resellers.

Rep. Pat Fallon (R-Texas) speaks during a news conference in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Feb. 1, 2023. Alex Wong/Getty Images

A U.S. House lawmaker has introduced a new bill aimed at preventing adversaries such as China and Russia from attacking networks within the federal government.

Rep. Pat Fallon (R-Texas), who sits on armed services and oversight committees, said his legislation (H.R.9500) would require the federal government to buy electronic devices from trusted sources only.