FCC ordered to study satellite rules for farm tech
Passed one chamberH.R. 1618Latest action
Sponsor: Robert E. Latta · Representative · OH
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Official title: Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
119th Congress
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The FCC must study its satellite rules and report to Congress within 15 months on whether changes could support precision agriculture.
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What does this do?
This bill directs the FCC to review its rules on satellite communications to see if changes could support precision agriculture. Precision agriculture uses technology like GPS and sensors to help farmers make more informed decisions about planting, watering, and harvesting. If the FCC finds it has the authority to make changes, it must also write up recommendations and deliver a full report to the relevant congressional committees within 15 months.
Who does it affect?
This bill directly affects the FCC, which must carry out the review and write the report. Farmers and agricultural businesses that use satellite technology to manage their operations are indirectly affected.
Why does it matter?
The review could lead to rule changes that affect how satellite services operate for farming purposes. Without the study, Congress would not have a formal FCC assessment of whether current satellite rules are working for agricultural users.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedFeb 26, 2025
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Jul 15, 2025
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.