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H.R. 1618 · 119th Congress (2025-2026)
3 members · Left 1 · Center 0 · Right 2 (Bill Ranking)
| Sponsor | Rep. Latta, Robert E. (R-OH) (Introduced 02/26/2025) |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Voting Record | Right · DW-NOMINATE +0.51 · measured from every roll-call vote this member has cast (voteview.com) (Sponsor Ranking) |
| Support |
LLLCLRR support across the spectrum: 3 members signed on (Bill Ranking) this bill: sponsor + current cosponsors, each once |
| Committees | Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee |
| Latest Action | 07/15/2025 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. |
| Roll Call Votes | There have been no roll call votes |
| Source | view on congress.gov → |
Introduced in House (02/26/2025)
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.
119 HR 1618 EH: Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act U.S. House of Representatives text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IB 119th CONGRESS1st Session H. R. 1618
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AN ACT 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.
1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act.
2.Precision agriculture satellite connectivity (a)ReviewThe Commission shall— (1)review the rules of the Commission relating to fixed satellite service, mobile satellite service, and earth exploration satellite service to determine if there are rule changes that the Commission could implement under existing authority to promote precision agriculture; and (2)if the Commission determines under paragraph (1) that there are rule changes that the Commission could implement, develop recommendations for how to implement the changes. (b)ReportNot later than 15 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a), including any recommendations developed under paragraph (2) of such subsection. (c)Commission definedIn this section, the term Commission means the Federal Communications Commission. Passed the House of Representatives July 14, 2025.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
115 HR 1618 IH: Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act U.S. House of Representatives 2025-02-26 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 1618IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESFebruary 26, 2025Mr. Latta (for himself and Ms. Kelly of Illinois) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and CommerceA BILLTo 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.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act.2.Precision agriculture satellite connectivity(a)ReviewThe Commission, in consultation with the Task Force, shall—(1)review the rules of the Commission relating to fixed satellite service, mobile satellite service, and earth exploration satellite service to determine if there are rule changes that the Commission could implement under existing authority to promote precision agriculture; and(2)if the Commission determines under paragraph (1) that there are rule changes that the Commission could implement, develop recommendations for how to implement the changes.(b)ReportNot later than 15 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a), including any recommendations developed under paragraph (2) of such subsection.(c)DefinitionsIn this section:(1)CommissionThe term Commission means the Federal Communications Commission.(2)Task ForceThe term Task Force means the Task Force for Reviewing the Connectivity and Technology Needs of Precision Agriculture in the United States established under section 12511 of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (Public Law 115–334).
119 HR 1618 : Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act U.S. House of Representatives 2025-07-15 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IIB119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 1618IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESJuly 15, 2025 Received; read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and TransportationAN ACTTo 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.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act.2.Precision agriculture satellite connectivity(a)ReviewThe Commission shall—(1)review the rules of the Commission relating to fixed satellite service, mobile satellite service, and earth exploration satellite service to determine if there are rule changes that the Commission could implement under existing authority to promote precision agriculture; and(2)if the Commission determines under paragraph (1) that there are rule changes that the Commission could implement, develop recommendations for how to implement the changes.(b)ReportNot later than 15 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a), including any recommendations developed under paragraph (2) of such subsection.(c)Commission definedIn this section, the term Commission means the Federal Communications Commission.Passed the House of Representatives July 14, 2025.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 1618 RH: Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act U.S. House of Representatives 2025-07-10 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IBUnion Calendar No. 159119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 1618[Report No. 119–195]IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESFebruary 26, 2025Mr. Latta (for himself and Ms. Kelly of Illinois) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and CommerceJuly 10, 2025Additional sponsor: Mrs. HouchinJuly 10, 2025Reported with an amendment, committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union, and ordered to be printedStrike out all after the enacting clause and insert the part printed in italicFor text of introduced bill, see copy of bill as introduced on February 26, 2025A BILLTo 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.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act.2.Precision agriculture satellite connectivity(a)ReviewThe Commission shall—(1)review the rules of the Commission relating to fixed satellite service, mobile satellite service, and earth exploration satellite service to determine if there are rule changes that the Commission could implement under existing authority to promote precision agriculture; and(2)if the Commission determines under paragraph (1) that there are rule changes that the Commission could implement, develop recommendations for how to implement the changes.(b)ReportNot later than 15 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report on the results of the review conducted under subsection (a), including any recommendations developed under paragraph (2) of such subsection.(c)Commission definedIn this section, the term Commission means the Federal Communications Commission.July 10, 2025Reported with an amendment, committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union, and ordered to be printed
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| Date | Chamber | All Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2025 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 02/26/2025 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 02/26/2025 | House floor actions | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. |
| 03/04/2025 | House committee actions | Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| 03/04/2025 | House committee actions | Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. |
| 07/10/2025 | Library of Congress | Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195. |
| 07/10/2025 | House floor actions | Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195. |
| 07/10/2025 | House floor actions | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 159. |
| 07/14/2025 | House floor actions | Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. |
| 07/14/2025 | House floor actions | Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3211-3212) |
| 07/14/2025 | House floor actions | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618. |
| 07/14/2025 | 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. |
| 07/14/2025 | House floor actions | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211) |
| 07/14/2025 | House floor actions | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 07/15/2025 | Senate | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. |
| Title Type | Title |
|---|---|
| Official Titles from EH (Engrossed in House) bill text | 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 text | Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act |
| Short Title(s) as Passed House | Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act |
| Short Title(s) as Reported to House | Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act |
| Display Title | Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act |
| Short Title(s) as Introduced | Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act |
| Official Title as Introduced | 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. |
There are no amendments to this bill.
* = Original cosponsor
| Committee | Activity |
|---|---|
| Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee | 07/15/2025 Referred To |
| House - Energy and Commerce Committee | 07/10/2025 Reported By |
| House - Energy and Commerce Committee | 03/04/2025 Markup By |
| House - Energy and Commerce Committee | 02/26/2025 Referred To |
Policy Area: Science, Technology, Communications
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