S.765 - No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act (119th Congress)
Summary
S.765, the "No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act," aims to prohibit the use of the DeepSeek application by executive agencies. The bill mandates the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to develop standards and guidelines for removing the application from government information technology. Exceptions are carved out for law enforcement, national security, and security research purposes, subject to risk mitigation requirements.
Expected Effects
The immediate effect will be the development of standards and guidelines for executive agencies regarding the removal of DeepSeek. Long term, DeepSeek will be removed from government devices, except in specific cases. This will likely impact data security and potentially limit access to certain technologies within the government.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced data security by limiting the use of a potentially vulnerable application.
- Focused risk management through the development of specific guidelines and standards.
- Protection of national security interests by allowing exceptions for critical activities.
- Encourages the use of alternative applications with potentially better security profiles.
- Addresses potential concerns related to foreign influence or data access.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential limitations on access to specific technologies or capabilities provided by DeepSeek.
- Increased administrative burden for executive agencies in implementing the removal and managing exceptions.
- Possible delays in government operations if DeepSeek was integral to certain processes.
- Risk of hindering research and development if the application is useful for security researchers.
- Potential for increased costs associated with transitioning to alternative applications.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution, particularly concerning national security and the powers of Congress to regulate government operations. Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to provide for the common defense and general welfare of the United States, which can be interpreted to include regulating the use of technology that may pose a security risk. The bill does not appear to infringe on individual liberties or rights protected by the Bill of Rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).