119th (2025–2027)
H.R. 9162
This bill prohibits most connected vehicles, or cars with wireless internet and communication systems, from entering the United States if they originate from China, North Korea, Russia, or Iran, or if foreign entities from these countries own or control more than 15 percent of the manufacturer. The law is intended to protect national security by preventing potential data theft and remote vehicle manipulation through these connected systems. The bill allows limited exceptions for vehicles imported solely for testing purposes by U.S.-based companies and establishes a process for the Commerce Department and Customs and Border Protection to authorize specific vehicles on a case-by-case basis if they pose no national security risk. Regulations implementing the ban must be issued within 90 days, with the prohibition taking effect 30 days after the regulations are published, and an initial list of authorized vehicles must be published by January 1, 2027.