The Remote Access Security Act amends the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 to control remote access to sensitive technologies by foreign persons of concern, particularly those from countries designated as security risks. The bill targets access through cloud services to items on the Commerce Control List, with a focus on preventing misuse in developing weapons of mass destruction, conducting offensive cyberattacks, or conducting human rights abuses through surveillance technology. The Secretary of Commerce gains authority to regulate this remote access and issue licenses, with Congress required to maintain oversight of any regulations implemented. The bill establishes a 10-year sunset provision for these remote access controls and requires the Commerce Department to submit a comprehensive report to Congress within one year assessing implementation, recommending improvements to the licensing process, and evaluating impacts on U.S. competitiveness and international cooperation on the issue.
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