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HR 1618 119th Congress House Science, Technology, Communications Agricultural practices and innovations Agricultural research Congressional oversight Internet, web applications, social media Spacecraft and satellites

Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act

Introduced: February 26, 2025 Introduced by: Latta, Robert E. Republican · Ohio See on congress.gov
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 Everywhere this bill has been 13 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jul 15, 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Jul 14, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618.
Jul 14, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211)
Jul 14, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3211-3212)
Jul 14, 2025
Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Jul 14, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jul 14, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
Jul 10, 2025
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
Jul 10, 2025
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 159.
Mar 4, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Mar 4, 2025
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Feb 26, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Feb 26, 2025
Introduced in House
 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 satellite rules to promote precision agriculture. Precision agriculture is a general term describing various crop management tools and practices that leverage technology like Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment and uncrewed aircraft systems (commonly known as drones) to optimize production and sustainability.

In conducting its review, the FCC must consult with the Task Force for Reviewing the Connectivity and Technology Needs of Precision Agriculture, which advises the FCC on methods to assess and advance broadband internet on unserved agricultural land and promote precision agriculture. 

What's happening now July 15, 2025

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

 Committees of jurisdiction 2
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All 2 Democratic 1 Republican 1