Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
Introduced Feb 26, 2025 by Rep. Robert E. Latta
The House passed it. The Senate has to pass it before it can reach the President.
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.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service.
No recorded roll-call vote on this bill — it may have passed by voice vote or unanimous consent, which don't record individual votes.
- Jul 15, 2025Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- Jul 14, 2025Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Jul 14, 2025On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211)
- Jul 14, 2025Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
- Jul 14, 2025DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618.
- Jul 14, 2025Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3211-3212)
- Jul 14, 2025Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
- Jul 10, 2025Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 159.
- Jul 10, 2025Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.
- Mar 4, 2025Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
- Mar 4, 2025Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Feb 26, 2025Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Feb 26, 2025Introduced in House