A group of five U.S. congressmen has introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at imposing sanctions on individuals and entities involved in the proliferation or use of foreign commercial spyware (press release). The proposed legislation calls for asset freezes and travel bans on those who develop, sell, or make available spyware that enables the targeting of U.S. government officials or intelligence agents.
To become law, the bill must pass through the House of Representatives, the Senate, and gain approval from the President. The bill underscores the government’s growing concerns over the use of spyware for espionage and cyberattacks, particularly when targeting government and intelligence officials.
By FCCT Editorial Team
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