ITS Codification Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 1343 ITS Codification Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1343

Bill 118 hr 1343, also known as the ITS Codification Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to codify the regulations and guidelines surrounding the use of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in the United States.

Intelligent Transportation Systems refer to the use of technology to improve the efficiency and safety of transportation systems. This can include things like traffic management systems, electronic toll collection, and vehicle-to-vehicle communication.

The ITS Codification Act aims to bring together the various regulations and guidelines related to ITS into one comprehensive piece of legislation. This would make it easier for government agencies, transportation companies, and other stakeholders to understand and comply with the rules surrounding ITS. Some key provisions of the bill include establishing a national framework for the deployment of ITS, promoting research and development in the field, and ensuring that privacy and security concerns are addressed. Overall, the ITS Codification Act seeks to streamline the use of Intelligent Transportation Systems in the United States and promote innovation in the transportation sector. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.

Congressional Summary of HR 1343

Institute for Telecommunication Sciences Codification Act or the ITS Codification Act

This bill provides statutory authority for the Institute for Telecommunication Sciences, which serves as the telecommunications research and engineering arm of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration.

In addition, the institute must establish an initiative to support the development of emergency communication and tracking technologies for use in locating trapped individuals in confined spaces where conventional radio communication is limited.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1343

Bill HR 1343 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since April 26, 2023. Bill HR 1343 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 3, 2023. Bill HR 1343's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of April 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1343

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1343

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Advanced technology and technological innovations

- Emergency communications systems

- Government studies and investigations

- Public-private cooperation

- Radio spectrum allocation

- Research administration and funding

- Technology assessment

- Technology transfer and commercialization

- Telephone and wireless communication

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1343

ITS Codification Act

Institute for Telecommunication Sciences Codification Act

ITS Codification Act

Institute for Telecommunication Sciences Codification Act

ITS Codification Act

Institute for Telecommunication Sciences Codification Act

To codify the Institute for Telecommunication Sciences and to direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to establish an initiative to support the development of emergency communication and tracking technologies, and for other purposes.