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Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023

1/14/2025, 6:51 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1377

Bill 118 hr 1377, also known as the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023, aims to promote the leadership of the United States in the wireless technology sector. The bill focuses on several key areas to achieve this goal.

First, the bill seeks to allocate funding for research and development in wireless technology, with a particular emphasis on 5G technology. This funding will support the development of new technologies and infrastructure to ensure that the United States remains at the forefront of wireless innovation.

Second, the bill aims to streamline the regulatory process for wireless technology deployment. By reducing regulatory barriers and promoting collaboration between government agencies and the private sector, the bill seeks to expedite the deployment of wireless infrastructure and services. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to promote workforce development in the wireless technology sector. This includes funding for training programs and initiatives to ensure that the United States has a skilled workforce capable of driving innovation in the wireless industry. Overall, the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023 is designed to support the growth and leadership of the United States in the wireless technology sector. By investing in research and development, streamlining regulations, and promoting workforce development, the bill aims to ensure that the United States remains a global leader in wireless technology.

Congressional Summary of HR 1377

Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to assist trusted companies (i.e., companies determined to pose no national security threat) and relevant stakeholders with participation in organizations that set standards for telecommunications, wireless devices, and related equipment.

Current Status of Bill HR 1377

Bill HR 1377 is currently in the status of Passed in House since December 16, 2024. Bill HR 1377 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 3, 2023.  Bill HR 1377's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1377

Total Number of Sponsors
13
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
13
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
9
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1377

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight
- International organizations and cooperation
- Public-private cooperation
- Technology assessment
- Telephone and wireless communication

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1377

Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023
Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023
To direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to take certain actions to enhance the representation of the United States and promote United States leadership in communications standards-setting bodies, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Mauricio Fisher

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1 year ago

I think this bill is good for our country. It will help with the wireless stuff and make things better. I like that.