HR 1618

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. 

Bill status

Status

Passed House

Sponsor

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

Cosponsors

2

Policy area

Science, Technology, Communications

Introduced

2025-02-26

Latest action

2025-07-15: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Committee referrals

• Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee: Senate · Referred To · 2025-07-15
• Energy and Commerce Committee: House · Reported By · 2025-07-10
• Energy and Commerce Committee: House · Markup By · 2025-03-04
• Energy and Commerce Committee: House · Referred To · 2025-02-26

Recent actions

• 2025-07-15: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
• 2025-07-14: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
• 2025-07-14: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3211)
• 2025-07-14: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
• 2025-07-14: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1618.