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Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 29, 2026
Cosponsors
18
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 29, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the Secretary of Transportation to establish standards for the security of connected vehicles, and funds research to improve vehicle cybersecurity. Establishes guidelines for vehicle manufacturers to protect against cyber threats.

Sponsored By

Bernie Moreno
Republican · Ohio · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 29, 2026
  3. Apr 29, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects vehicle manufacturers and owners of connected vehicles, requiring manufacturers to implement cybersecurity standards to protect drivers' personal and vehicle data. It also impacts the Department of Transportation, tasking them with overseeing the development and enforcement of these security standards.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 100%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (18)

17 more not shown here — see the full list on congress.gov.

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
IntroducedApr 29, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 29, 2026
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.