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HR 4802

Securing Infrastructure from Adversaries Act of 2025

119th Congress Introduced by Julia Brownley and 16 co-sponsors

HR 4802 restricts U.S. infrastructure contracts from using certain foreign-sourced LiDAR technologies, enhancing national security against potential vulnerabilities.

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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Bill Summary · HR 4802

Summary of HR 4802: Securing Infrastructure from Adversaries Act of 2025

Bill Number: HR 4802
Introduced: July 29, 2025
Status: Introduced in House
Sponsors:
- Primary: Dusty Johnson
- Cosponsors: Julia Brownley, Raja Krishnamoorthi, John R. Moolenaar

Purpose and Intent

The Securing Infrastructure from Adversaries Act of 2025 aims to enhance national security by restricting the use of certain light detection and ranging (LiDAR) technologies that are sourced from specific foreign entities. The bill seeks to prevent potential vulnerabilities in U.S. infrastructure by prohibiting the Secretary of Transportation from engaging with companies that utilize these technologies from designated foreign countries.

Key Provisions

  1. Prohibition on Contracts and Grants:

    • The Secretary of Transportation is prohibited from entering into, extending, or renewing contracts or awarding grants to any entity that uses or procures LiDAR technology from certain foreign entities.
    • Entities must provide a certification confirming that no covered LiDAR technology will be used in the performance of the contract.

  2. Definition of Covered Entities:

    • The bill defines "covered foreign country," "covered LiDAR company," and "covered LiDAR technology" based on existing definitions in the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025.

  3. Waiver Provision:

    • The Secretary may grant a waiver to the prohibition on a case-by-case basis if it is determined to be in the national interest of the United States. This requires written certification to relevant congressional committees at least 15 days prior to the activity.

  4. Restrictions on Funding:

    • Any loan or grant funds provided by the Secretary cannot be used to procure or utilize covered LiDAR technologies.

  5. Applicability:

    • The provisions of this bill will apply to any contracts or expenditures made on or after June 30, 2026.
    • Certain exemptions are included for applications related to federal motor vehicle safety standards and testing, research, evaluation, or training related to vehicle safety.

Impact

  • Affected Entities: The bill primarily impacts companies in the transportation sector that rely on LiDAR technology for operations, particularly those that may source this technology from the specified foreign entities.
  • National Security: By restricting the use of potentially compromised technologies, the bill aims to bolster the security of U.S. infrastructure against foreign adversaries.
  • Implementation Timeline: The provisions will take effect for contracts and expenditures after June 30, 2026, allowing time for entities to adjust to the new requirements.

Legislative Actions

  • The bill was introduced and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on July 29, 2025.

This summary provides an overview of HR 4802, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and potential impacts on infrastructure and national security.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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