Servicemember Payment Data Privacy and Security Act

This bill would require the Secretary of Defense to review, within 180 days, whether retailers use payment processing equipment, systems, or services linked to China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, or other countries the Secretary designates, when providing payment processing under Defense Department contracts. Within 90 days after that review, the Secretary would issue guidance banning such equipment in Defense contracts and directing that contracts be changed or ended unless the retailer stops using it in a timely manner. Starting January 1, 2027, the Defense Department could not enter into payment processing contracts with retailers that rely on such equipment. The Secretary would also report to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees within one year.

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Sponsors

• Ben Cline Republican sponsor
• 14 cosponsors