Connected Vehicle National Security Review Act

This bill creates a new office in the Commerce Department to guard the tech supply chain used in things like connected cars and other digital systems. The office can review certain tech-related deals and imports that may pose a national security risk. If a deal looks risky, the office can require fixes like stronger cybersecurity, removing certain software or parts, or, if needed, block the deal entirely . Existing rules tied to past executive orders on tech security stay in place, and the Director of National Intelligence must provide risk reports within 180 days and every year after, with summaries sent to Congress within 90 days .

The bill sets up an expert advisory committee, keeps sensitive business information confidential, and gives the government tools to investigate and enforce the rules. Courts in Washington, D.C., would handle any legal challenges. Willful violations can bring heavy penalties, including fines up to $1,000,000 per violation and up to 20 years in prison; civil fines can be at least $250,000 or twice the value of the deal, plus limits on future deals .

Key points for people and businesses:

• The government can step in to reduce risks from foreign-linked tech in vehicles and other systems you use, which could mean safer products but also changes in parts or software allowed in the U.S. .
• Companies may face extra reviews, tighter cybersecurity requirements, or bans on certain components if they are linked to risky suppliers or countries of concern .