H. R. 1717, also known as the "Communications Security Act," proposes that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) establish a council to improve the security, reliability, and compatibility of communications networks in the U.S. The council would be composed of...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 1717 wants to make a group that helps keep phone and internet networks safe and working well. This group would have smart people from different places, and they help figure out how to do it better, making sure no bad guys are part of the group.