Whereas 5G, the next generation (5th generation) in wireless technology, promises the next evolution of communications and information technology services, applications, and capabilities across every sector of business, government, entertainment, and communications; Whereas the United States, Europe, China, and others are racing toward 5G adoption and upgrading existing networks, which will drive subsequent advances in artificial intelligence, machine learning, smart homes, smart cities, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and quantum computers; Whereas 5G will make possible the automatization of everyday activities and the use of the full potential of the Internet of Things; Whereas these developments, while evolutionary, could include risks to important public interests, including privacy, data security, public safety, and national security; Whereas in a highly connected world, disruption of the integrity, confidentiality, or availability of communications or even the disruption of the communications service itself can seriously hamper everyday life, societal functions, the economy, and national security; Whereas the security of 5G networks is crucial for national security, economic security, and other United States national interests and global stability; Whereas operators of communications infrastructure depend on a complex supply chain of technology from a global market of suppliers and service providers; Whereas government security officials and experts from 32 countries came together in Prague in May of 2019 to work out guidelines for the deployment and security of 5G networks; Whereas representatives agreed that [m]ajor security risks emanate from the cross-border complexities of an increasingly global supply chain which provides ICT equipment. These risks should be considered as part of the risk assessment based on relevant information and should seek to prevent proliferation of compromised devices and the use of malicious code and functions.