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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
Sponsor
Robert E. Latta, R-OH-5
10 terms · @BobLatta
2470 Rayburn House Office Building Washington DC 20515-3505 · 202-225-6405
Cosponsors (2)
  • Robin L. Kelly, D-IL-2Original cosponsor
    Co-sponsored Feb 26, 2025 · 7 terms · @RepRobinKelly
  • Erin S. Houchin, R-IN-9
    Co-sponsored Mar 11, 2025 · 2 terms · @RepHouchin
Committees (2)
  • Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
    Senate Standing · Activity Jul 15, 2025
  • Energy and Commerce Committee
    House Standing · Activity Jul 10, 2025
Actions (15)
  1. Jul 15, 2025 · via Senate
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  2. Jul 14, 2025 · via House floor actions
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  3. Jul 14, 2025 · via House floor actions
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211)
  4. Jul 14, 2025 · via 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.
  5. Jul 14, 2025 · via House floor actions
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618.
  6. Jul 14, 2025 · via House floor actions
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3211-3212)
  7. Jul 14, 2025 · via House floor actions
    Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
  8. Jul 10, 2025 · via House floor actions
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 159.
  9. Jul 10, 2025 · via House floor actions
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
  10. Jul 10, 2025 · via Library of Congress
    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
  11. Mar 4, 2025 · via House committee actions
    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
  12. Mar 4, 2025 · via House committee actions
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  13. Feb 26, 2025 · via House floor actions
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  14. Feb 26, 2025 · via Library of Congress
    Introduced in House
  15. Feb 26, 2025 · via Library of Congress
    Introduced in House
IntroducedFeb 26, 2025
Policy areaScience, Technology, Communications
RelatedH.R. 7567

Constitutional authority cited

[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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