Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB4207

Introduced
4/30/24  

Caption

Spectrum and National Security Act of 2024 IMPACT Act Improving Minority Participation And Careers in Telecommunications Act

Impact

The reauthorization will impact various sectors reliant on telecommunications by ensuring that the required spectrum bands are available for both federal and non-federal use. Includes provisions for feasibility assessments on making specific frequency bands available while ensuring federal operations are not adversely affected. The bill proposes a 'Spectrum Auction Trust Fund' where proceeds from auctions can be deposited, creating additional funding streams to support spectrum management activities.

Summary

SB4207, titled the 'Spectrum and National Security Act of 2024', reauthorizes the spectrum auction authority of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This bill aims to enhance the management and allocation of the electromagnetic spectrum by promoting efficient use, developing advanced spectrum-sharing technologies, and establishing a multi-layered framework for future auctions and reallocations. It underscores the importance of the spectrum as a vital national resource necessary for maintaining the technological leadership of the United States and its national security operations.

Contention

Notable points of contention include debates around pushing for local control and community input in telecommunications management. Critics express concerns about the federal government potentially centralizing too much control over spectrum decisions. Moreover, operational roles and potential conflicts of interests related to grant distributions for telecommunications projects are underscored, particularly around who is selected to partner in these grants, which are pivotal for supporting the development of new technologies and enhancing next-gen emergency communication systems.

Companion Bills

US HB1784

Related Next Generation 9–1–1 Act of 2023

Previously Filed As

US SB4049

Supporting National Security with Spectrum Act

US HB9340

Supporting National Security with Spectrum Act

US HB4510

National Telecommunications and Information Administration Reauthorization Act of 2024 NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2024

US HB3565

Spectrum Auction Reauthorization Act of 2023

US HB2482

NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2025 National Telecommunications and Information Administration Reauthorization Act of 2025

US HB8467

Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024

US SB4420

Agriculture and National Security Act of 2024

US HB8522

Agriculture and National Security Act of 2024

US HB8742

ICTS National Security Review Act Information and Communication Technology and Services National Security Review Act

US HB8515

Maritime Advantage Results In National Economic Resiliency and Security Act

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