HR 4045
117th Congress
House
Science, Technology, Communications
Advanced technology and technological innovations
Advisory bodies
Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies
Computer security and identity theft
Congressional oversight
Executive agency funding and structure
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Government studies and investigations
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Public-private cooperation
State and local government operations
Telephone and wireless communication
FUTURE Networks Act
Introduced: June 22, 2021
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18 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Dec 2, 2021
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Dec 1, 2021
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Dec 1, 2021
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 394 - 27 (Roll no. 390). (text: 11/30/2021 CR H6689)
Dec 1, 2021
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 394 - 27 (Roll no. 390).(text: 11/30/2021 CR H6689)
Dec 1, 2021
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6834)
Nov 30, 2021
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Nov 30, 2021
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4045.
Nov 30, 2021
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6689-6690)
Nov 30, 2021
Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Nov 30, 2021
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 135.
Nov 30, 2021
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 117-185.
Jul 21, 2021
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Jul 21, 2021
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jul 20, 2021
Subcommittee on Communications and Technology Discharged.
Jul 15, 2021
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jun 23, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Jun 22, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jun 22, 2021
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2021 | House · vote #390 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended | Passed | 394–27 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced Networks Act or the FUTURE Networks Act
This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission to establish the 6G Task Force to report on sixth-generation wireless technology, including the status of setting standards for and possible uses of such technology. The task force shall be composed of representatives of (1) trusted companies in the communications industry; (2) trusted public interest organizations or academic institutions; and (3) federal, state, local, and tribal governments.
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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