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The Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act aims to improve broadband access for farmers by leveraging satellite technology. It directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish a task force focused on promoting the deployment and adoption of precision agriculture connectivity. The bill seeks to enhance internet access in rural areas to support advanced farming techniques, increase productivity, and bridge the digital divide in agricultural communities.

Bill Activity

2023-03-03: Introduced in House
2023-03-03: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
2023-03-03: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
2023-03-08: Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
2023-03-08: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 0 .
2023-03-23: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
2023-03-24: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 46 - 0.
2023-04-25: Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 118-42.
2023-04-25: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 28.
2023-04-25: Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
2023-04-25: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1925-1927)
2023-04-25: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1339.
2023-04-25: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
2023-04-26: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2039)
2023-04-26: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 11 (Roll no. 200). (text: 4/25/2023 CR H1925-1926)
2023-04-26: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2023-05-01: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.