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ORBIT Act

10/3/2024, 5:59 PM

Summary of Bill S 376

The ORBIT Act, introduced in the 106th Congress on February 4, 1999, aims to promote competitiveness in the satellite communications industry and establish a framework for the licensing and regulation of satellite systems. Specific directives within the bill likely focus on enhancing access to satellite services, regulating satellite technology deployment, and fostering innovation in the sector. For further details and the full text of the bill, refer to the official PDF version through the provided link.

Current Status of Bill S 376

Bill S 376 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 4, 1999. Bill S 376 was introduced during Congress 106 and was introduced to the Senate on February 4, 1999.  Bill S 376's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 106-180. as of March 17, 2000

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 376

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 376

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 376

Conrad R. Burns
Conrad R. Burns
MontanaIndependent
Ron Wyden
Ron Wyden
OregonDemocrat
Susan M. Collins
Susan M. Collins
MaineRepublican

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