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To require the Federal Communications Commission to auction spectrum in the band between 1.3 gigahertz and 13.2 gigahertz, and for other purposes.
1/29/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 651
Bill 119 HR 651, also known as the "Spectrum Auction Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to auction off spectrum in the band between 1.3 gigahertz and 13.2 gigahertz. This spectrum is valuable for telecommunications companies as it can be used for a variety of purposes, including expanding wireless networks and improving internet connectivity.
The bill is designed to promote competition in the telecommunications industry by making more spectrum available for auction, allowing smaller companies to acquire the necessary resources to compete with larger corporations. By auctioning off this spectrum, the government can also generate revenue that can be used for other purposes.
In addition to requiring the FCC to auction off the specified spectrum, the bill also includes provisions for ensuring that the auction process is fair and transparent. This includes guidelines for how the spectrum should be allocated and rules for preventing anti-competitive behavior. Overall, the Spectrum Auction Act aims to promote innovation and competition in the telecommunications industry by making more spectrum available for auction. It also seeks to generate revenue for the government through the auction process.
The bill is designed to promote competition in the telecommunications industry by making more spectrum available for auction, allowing smaller companies to acquire the necessary resources to compete with larger corporations. By auctioning off this spectrum, the government can also generate revenue that can be used for other purposes.
In addition to requiring the FCC to auction off the specified spectrum, the bill also includes provisions for ensuring that the auction process is fair and transparent. This includes guidelines for how the spectrum should be allocated and rules for preventing anti-competitive behavior. Overall, the Spectrum Auction Act aims to promote innovation and competition in the telecommunications industry by making more spectrum available for auction. It also seeks to generate revenue for the government through the auction process.
Current Status of Bill HR 651
Bill HR 651 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2025. Bill HR 651 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 23, 2025. Bill HR 651's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 23, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 651
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 651
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 651
To require the Federal Communications Commission to auction spectrum in the band between 1.3 gigahertz and 13.2 gigahertz, and for other purposes.
To require the Federal Communications Commission to auction spectrum in the band between 1.3 gigahertz and 13.2 gigahertz, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 651
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