Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act
- house
- senate
- president
Last progress July 15, 2025 (4 months ago)
Introduced on February 26, 2025 by Robert E. Latta
Sponsors (3)
House Votes
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211)
Senate Votes
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Presidential Signature
AI Summary
This bill tells the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to look at its satellite rules and suggest changes that could make precision farming tools work better—things like GPS-guided equipment and farm drones that help save time, fuel, water, and fertilizer. The FCC must study its rules for different satellite services and, if changes are possible under current law, lay out recommendations. It must then send a report to Congress within 15 months of the law taking effect. During this review, the FCC should also consult the national task force that advises on how to improve farm connectivity and precision agriculture across unserved farm areas.
Key points:
- Who is affected: Farmers, ranchers, rural communities, and companies that provide satellite and broadband services.
- What changes: The FCC will review its satellite rules and recommend updates to support precision agriculture tools and data connections.
- When: A report with findings and recommendations is due within 15 months after the law is enacted.