119th Congress
H.R. 1618
Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became law
- Sponsor
- Robert E. Latta(R-OH)
- Introduced
- Feb 26, 2025
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Committees
- House Committee on Energy and Commerce; Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Official text
- Referred in Senate · Congress.gov page
Cosponsors (2)
Original cosponsors (1)
- Robin L. Kelly (D-IL)
Added later (1)
- Erin Houchin (R-IN) · Mar 11, 2025
Summary
Summary by the Congressional Research Service· describes the “Introduced in House” version
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.
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jul 15, 2025 · Senate
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. - Jul 14, 2025 · House
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. - Jul 14, 2025 · House
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211) - Jul 14, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. - Jul 14, 2025 · House
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618. - Jul 14, 2025 · House
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3211-3212) - Jul 14, 2025 · House
Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. - Jul 10, 2025 · House
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 159. - Jul 10, 2025 · House
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195. - Mar 4, 2025
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. - Mar 4, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held - Feb 26, 2025 · House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. - Feb 26, 2025
Introduced in House