H.R. 8069: Strategic Subsea Cables Act of 2026
Quick Facts:
Bill Sponsor: Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC-2)
Congress: 119
Date Introduced: March 24, 2026
Last Action: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Intelligence (Permanent Select), and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (March 24, 2026)
Strategic Subsea Cables Act of 2026
This bill establishes visa sanctions for foreign persons determined to be responsible for, or who facilitate, acts of sabotage against critical undersea infrastructure.
Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY-5) (March 24, 2026)