Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act

Sponsored byRep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5]OH· Introduced 26 February 2025

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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

15 July 2025·1 year ago

Summary

Introduced in House · Updated 24 March 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.

Timeline

15 actions

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
15 July 2025 · IntroReferral
Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
14 July 2025 · Floor
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3211-3212)
14 July 2025 · Floor
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618.
14 July 2025 · Floor
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211)
14 July 2025 · Floor
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
14 July 2025 · Floor
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
14 July 2025 · Floor
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
10 July 2025 · Committee
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
10 July 2025 · Committee
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 159.
10 July 2025 · Calendars
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
4 March 2025 · Committee
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
4 March 2025 · Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
26 February 2025 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
26 February 2025 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
26 February 2025 · IntroReferral

Sponsorship

2 cosponsors

Sponsor

Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5]OH

Cosponsors

Democrat150%
Republican150%

Republican:Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9]IN
Democrat:Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]IL

Classification

Policy area

Science, Technology, Communications

Legislative subjects

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

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Energy and Commerce Committee
House · Standing
- Referred To26 Feb 2025
- Markup By4 Mar 2025
- Reported By10 Jul 2025
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
Senate · Standing
- Referred To15 Jul 2025

Reports

H. Rept. 119-195

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