H.R. 1618 · 119th Congress · House

Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act

In Congress· Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Introduced
Feb 26, 25
Passed House
Jul 14, 25
Passed Senate
Pending
Sent to President
Pending
Signed into Law
Pending

Executive Summary

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. 

Action Timeline

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  1. JUL 15, 2025•Senate

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

  2. JUL 14, 2025•House floor actions

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  3. JUL 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)

  4. JUL 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.

  5. JUL 14, 2025•House floor actions

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618.

  6. JUL 14, 2025•House floor actions

    Considered under suspension of the rules

    (consideration: CR H3211-3212)

    3211Yea
    3212Nay
    0NV
  7. JUL 14, 2025•House floor actions

    Mr

    Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

  8. JUL 10, 2025•House floor actions

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 159.

  9. JUL 10, 2025•Library of Congress

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-195.

    119Yea
    195Nay
    0NV
  10. MAR 04, 2025•House committee actions

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

  11. MAR 04, 2025•House committee actions

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

  12. FEB 26, 2025•House floor actions

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

  13. FEB 26, 2025•Library of Congress

    Introduced in House

Committees

2

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

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Referred: Jul 15, 2025

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Energy and Commerce Committee

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Referred: Jul 10, 2025

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