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H. R. 3565 — To authorize the Federal Communications Commission to use a system of competitive bidding to grant a license or a permit for use of electromagnetic spectrum and to direct proceeds from such a system of competitive bidding for communications and technology initiatives, and for other purposes.
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August 13, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:14,880
H. R. 3565 aims to allow the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to use competitive bidding to grant licenses for using the electromagnetic spectrum. The money raised from this bidding will be directed towards initiatives in communications and technology, along with other...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 3565 is a plan that lets a government group, the FCC, hold auctions to sell the rights to use airwaves for things like cell phones and TV. The money they make will help with better internet, emergency services, and new technology projects.
H. R. 1752 — An Act To amend the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to provide for a high-speed broadband deployment initiative.
March 11, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:1,129
H.R. 1752 seeks to amend the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to establish a high-speed broadband deployment initiative. The bill defines broadband projects as initiatives that provide, extend, expand, or improve high-speed broadband services, and it outlines...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 1752 is a plan to help more people get fast internet by giving money to groups that build or improve internet services, with special rules to make sure it's fair and helps areas without good internet.
H. R. 4510 — An Act To reauthorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, to update the mission and functions of the agency, and for other purposes.
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May 15, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:20,419
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration Reauthorization Act of 2024 aims to reauthorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and update its mission. This act increases funding for the agency, modernizes its...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give more money to a special group in charge of making sure we all have good internet and safe communication, but some people are worried that they might not spend the money wisely. It also changes some job titles and adds new offices to help with special projects like managing radio waves and keeping computers safe from bad things.

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