Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023

12/20/2024, 2:23 AM

Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to assist trusted companies (i.e., companies determined to pose no national security threat) and relevant stakeholders with participation in organizations that set standards for telecommunications, wireless devices, and related equipment.

Bill 118 hr 1377, also known as the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023, aims to promote the leadership of the United States in the wireless technology sector. The bill focuses on several key areas to achieve this goal.

First, the bill seeks to allocate funding for research and development in wireless technology, with a particular emphasis on 5G technology. This funding will support the development of new technologies and infrastructure to ensure that the United States remains at the forefront of wireless innovation.

Second, the bill aims to streamline the regulatory process for wireless technology deployment. By reducing regulatory barriers and promoting collaboration between government agencies and the private sector, the bill seeks to expedite the deployment of wireless infrastructure and services. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to promote workforce development in the wireless technology sector. This includes funding for training programs and initiatives to ensure that the United States has a skilled workforce capable of driving innovation in the wireless industry. Overall, the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023 is designed to support the growth and leadership of the United States in the wireless technology sector. By investing in research and development, streamlining regulations, and promoting workforce development, the bill aims to ensure that the United States remains a global leader in wireless technology.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 1377

Introduced on
2023-03-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/3/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to assist trusted companies (i.e., companies determined to pose no national security threat) and relevant stakeholders with participation in organizations that set standards for telecommunications, wireless devices, and related equipment.

Bill 118 hr 1377, also known as the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023, aims to promote the leadership of the United States in the wireless technology sector. The bill focuses on several key areas to achieve this goal.

First, the bill seeks to allocate funding for research and development in wireless technology, with a particular emphasis on 5G technology. This funding will support the development of new technologies and infrastructure to ensure that the United States remains at the forefront of wireless innovation.

Second, the bill aims to streamline the regulatory process for wireless technology deployment. By reducing regulatory barriers and promoting collaboration between government agencies and the private sector, the bill seeks to expedite the deployment of wireless infrastructure and services. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to promote workforce development in the wireless technology sector. This includes funding for training programs and initiatives to ensure that the United States has a skilled workforce capable of driving innovation in the wireless industry. Overall, the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023 is designed to support the growth and leadership of the United States in the wireless technology sector. By investing in research and development, streamlining regulations, and promoting workforce development, the bill aims to ensure that the United States remains a global leader in wireless technology.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to take certain actions to enhance the representation of the United States and promote United States leadership in communications standards-setting bodies, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact
Congressional oversight•
International organizations and cooperation•
Public-private cooperation•
Technology assessment•
Telephone and wireless communication

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Latest Summary3/29/2023

Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to assist trusted companies (i.e., companies determined to pose no national security threat) and relevant stakeholders with partic...


Latest Action12/17/2024
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.