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H.R. 1339 118th Congress House

Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act

Official title: To require the Federal Communications Commission to review certain rules of the Commission and develop recommendations for rule changes to promote precision agriculture, and for other purposes.

Introduced: March 3, 2023 Introduced by: Robert E. Latta Republican · Ohio See on congress.gov
Science, Technology, Communications Agricultural practices and innovationsAgricultural researchCongressional oversightInternet, web applications, social mediaSpacecraft and satellites
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It never became law before the 118th Congress (2023–2024) adjourned, and bills don't carry over to the next Congress. It would have to be reintroduced. You can still save it for reference, but it won't receive updates.
 Everywhere this bill has been 18 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
May 1, 2023
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Apr 26, 2023
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Apr 26, 2023
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 11 (Roll no. 200). (text: 4/25/2023 CR H1925-1926)
Apr 26, 2023
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2039)
Apr 25, 2023
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 118-42.
Apr 25, 2023
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.
Apr 25, 2023
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1339.
Apr 25, 2023
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1925-1927)
Apr 25, 2023
Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Apr 25, 2023
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 28.
Mar 24, 2023
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 46 - 0.
Mar 24, 2023
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Mar 23, 2023
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Mar 8, 2023
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 0 .
Mar 8, 2023
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Mar 3, 2023
Introduced in House
Mar 3, 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Mar 3, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
 Votes taken on this bill 1
DateChamberWhat was voted onResultYes–No
Apr 26, 2023 House · vote #200 On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass Passed 409–11 See who voted →
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 Latest action May 1, 2023

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act

This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to review, and recommend changes to, its rules for fixed, mobile, and earth exploration satellites to promote precision agriculture (an information- and technology-based management system used to identify, analyze, and manage variability in agricultural production for optimum profitability, sustainability, and environmental protection).

In conducting its review, the FCC must consult with a task force that advises the FCC on ways to assess and advance broadband internet on unserved agricultural land and promote precision agriculture.

 Bill text 4 versions

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 Committees of jurisdiction 3
 Cosponsors 4
All 4 Democratic 2 Republican 2
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Allen, Rick W.
Georgia · Apr 25, 2023
 D
Lee, Susie
Nevada · Apr 10, 2023
 R
Balderson, Troy
Ohio · Mar 7, 2023
 D
Kelly, Robin L.
Illinois · Mar 3, 2023
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U.S. Congress. (2026). H.R. 1339: Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act. 118th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/118-HR-1339/
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"H.R. 1339: Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act." 118th Congress, 2026, Open America, https://openamerica.io/bill/118-HR-1339/.
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H.R. 1339, 118th Cong. (2026), https://openamerica.io/bill/118-HR-1339/.
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