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119th Congress · H.R. 1618 · Passed Origin

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.

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SubjectsAgricultural practices and innovationsAgricultural researchCongressional oversightInternet, web applications, social mediaSpacecraft and satellites

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Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
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Constitutional authority statement (CDATA)

[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 38 (Wednesday, February 26, 2025)][House]From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]By Mr. LATTA:H.R. 1618.Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuantto the following:Article I, Section 8, Clause 18:The Congress shall have Power to make all Laws which shallbe necessary and proper for carrying into Executive theforegoing Powers, and all other Powers vested by thisConstitution in the Government of the United States, or inany Department or Officer thereof.[Page H880]

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Sponsor

  • Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5] · [R-OH-5] · L000566
    Rep-OH-5 current · 10 terms · @BobLatta · 3 district offices

Sponsor record (congress_legislators)

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Robert E. Latta
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Robert
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1956-04-18
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OH
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2025-01-03
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2027-01-03
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none

Committee memberships (4)

  • Communications and Technology (house) · house · rank 3
  • Energy (house) · house · Chair · rank 1
  • Environment (house) · house · rank 3
  • House Committee on Energy and Commerce (house) · house · rank 2 · site

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District offices (3)

  • 1045 N. Main St., Suite 6, Bowling Green, OH, 43402 · 419-354-8700 · 41.3891803,-83.65120619999999
  • 318 Dorney Plz., Room 302, Findlay, OH, 45840 · 419-422-7791 · 41.038435,-83.6516735
  • 226 Middle Avenue, 5th Floor, Elyria, OH, 44035 · 440-406-5010 · 41.3656038,-82.10598329999999

Other names (0)

none

Sponsor FEC record (fec_live)

Candidate record (candidates) · cycle 2026

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H8OH05036
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2026
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LATTA, ROBERT EDWARD
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REPUBLICAN PARTY
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House
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OH
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05
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2025-01-29
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Candidate summary (candidate_summaries) · cycle 2026

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2026
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$1,461,647.52
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$1,038,449.99
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$1,019,992.61
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2025-01-01
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2026-06-30

Connected committees (0)

none

Cosponsors (2)

  • Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2] · [D-IL-2] · K000385 · Co-sponsored 2025-02-26 · original
    Dem-IL-2 current · 7 terms · @RepRobinKelly · 3 district offices
  • Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9] · [R-IN-9] · H001093 · Co-sponsored 2025-03-11
    Rep-IN-9 current · 2 terms · @RepHouchin · 1 district office

Committees (2)

  • Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee [Senate Standing]
    2025-07-15T20:12:10ZReferred To
  • Energy and Commerce Committee [House Standing]
    2025-07-10T15:43:50ZReported By
    2025-03-04T15:49:31ZMarkup By
    2025-02-26T15:00:25ZReferred To

Actions — from XML (15)

  • 2025-07-15IntroReferralvia Senate
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • 2025-07-14 15:15:19FloorH38310via House floor actions
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  • 2025-07-14 15:15:13FloorH37300via House floor actions
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211)
  • 2025-07-14 15:15:13Floor8000via Library of Congress
    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
  • 2025-07-14 15:09:09FloorH8D000via House floor actions
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618.
  • 2025-07-14 15:09:08FloorH30000via House floor actions
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3211-3212)
  • 2025-07-14 15:09:03FloorH30300via House floor actions
    Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
  • 2025-07-10CalendarsH12410via House floor actions
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 159.
  • 2025-07-10CommitteeH12200via House floor actions
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
  • 2025-07-10Committee5000via Library of Congress
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
  • 2025-03-04Committeevia House committee actions
    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
  • 2025-03-04Committeevia House committee actions
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • 2025-02-26IntroReferralH11100via House floor actions
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • 2025-02-26IntroReferralIntro-Hvia Library of Congress
    Introduced in House
  • 2025-02-26IntroReferral1000via Library of Congress
    Introduced in House

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Titles

  • Official Title from EH (Engrossed in House) bill textEHH2026-07-10T20:08:21Z
    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.
  • Short Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill textRFSS2025-07-17T02:38:21Z
    Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
  • Short Title(s) as Passed HouseEHH2025-07-16T04:08:22Z
    Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
  • Short Title(s) as Reported to HouseRHH2025-07-11T04:53:17Z
    Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
  • Display Title2025-03-06T10:23:21Z
    Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
  • Short Title(s) as IntroducedIH2025-03-06T10:23:17Z
    Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
  • Official Title as IntroducedIH2025-03-06T10:18:35Z
    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.

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00 · 2025-02-26 · Introduced in House

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. 

Related bills

  • HR 7567 (119) Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
    Latest: 2026-05-19 — Received in the Senate.
    Relationship: Related bill (via CRS)

Amendments (0)

none

Laws

none

Committee reports

  • H. Rept. 119-195

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CBO cost estimates

  • H.R. 1618, Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act2025-04-21T18:20:00Z
    As ordered reported by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on March 4, 2025

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