To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to extend the authority of the Federal Communications Commission to grant a license or construction permit through a system of competitive bidding.
2/5/2024, 2:30 PMSummary of Bill HR 3345
Bill 118 hr 3345, also known as the "Communications Act Amendment Act," aims to make changes to the Communications Act of 1934. The main goal of this bill is to extend the authority of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to grant licenses or construction permits through a system of competitive bidding.Currently, the FCC has the power to grant licenses and permits for communication services without using a competitive bidding process. However, this bill seeks to change that by requiring the FCC to use a competitive bidding system when granting these licenses and permits. This means that interested parties would have to submit bids for the licenses or permits, and the FCC would then award them based on the highest bid.
Proponents of the bill argue that using a competitive bidding system would ensure that licenses and permits are awarded to the parties that can provide the best service and benefit the public the most. They believe that this system would promote fair competition and prevent monopolies from forming in the communication industry. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that a competitive bidding system could lead to higher costs for consumers and limit access to communication services for certain groups. They believe that the current system of granting licenses and permits without bidding is more efficient and effective. Overall, the passage of Bill 118 hr 3345 would represent a significant change in how the FCC grants licenses and permits for communication services. It remains to be seen how this bill will be received by Congress and the public, and what impact it will have on the communication industry in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 3345
This bill extends through June 30, 2023, the general authority of the Federal Communications Commission to conduct auctions for electromagnetic spectrum licenses. (This authority expired on March 9, 2023.)
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Current Status of Bill HR 3345
Bill HR 3345 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3345 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3345's most recent activity was Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote . as of May 17, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3345
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3345
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Science, Technology, CommunicationsPotential Impact Areas
Licensing and registrationsRadio spectrum allocationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3345
To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to extend the authority of the Federal Communications Commission to grant a license or construction permit through a system of competitive bidding.To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to extend the authority of the Federal Communications Commission to grant a license or construction permit through a system of competitive bidding.Comments
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