Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
- Last Action
- 7/15/2025
Actions
- 2025-07-15Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- 2025-07-14Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2025-07-14On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211)
- 2025-07-14Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
- 2025-07-14DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618.
- 2025-07-14Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3211-3212)
- 2025-07-14Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
- 2025-07-10Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 159.
- 2025-07-10Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
- 2025-07-10Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
- 2025-03-04Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
- 2025-03-04Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2025-02-26Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 2025-02-26Introduced in House
- 2025-02-26Introduced in House
CRS Summary
As of 2025-02-26 (00)
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.
Cosponsors (2)
- Robin Kelly (D-IL)
- Erin Houchin (R-IN)
Subjects
- Agricultural practices and innovations
- Agricultural research
- Congressional oversight
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Spacecraft and satellites
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