Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Bill 119 hr 1343, also known as the "Form 299 Tracking Act of 2021," aims to require the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to create and submit a plan to Congress for tracking the acceptance, processing, and disposal of certain Form 299s.

Form 299 is a document used by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to collect information from federal agencies regarding their spectrum use. The bill seeks to improve transparency and accountability in the management of spectrum resources by ensuring that the Assistant Secretary is able to effectively monitor the status of Form 299 submissions.

The plan that the Assistant Secretary is required to submit to Congress must outline how they will track the acceptance, processing, and disposal of Form 299s, as well as any other relevant information. This will help to ensure that the NTIA is able to effectively manage spectrum resources and make informed decisions regarding their allocation. Overall, the Form 299 Tracking Act of 2021 aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of spectrum management within the NTIA by requiring greater oversight and accountability in the handling of Form 299 submissions.