Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 3283 Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/21/2024, 9:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3283

Bill 118 hr 3283, also known as the Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to streamline the process for digital applications to be submitted to federal agencies for approval.

The bill aims to create a more efficient and user-friendly system for individuals and businesses to submit digital applications for various permits, licenses, and other approvals from federal agencies. This would help to reduce the time and resources needed to navigate the often complex and cumbersome application process.

Additionally, the Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act seeks to promote innovation and economic growth by encouraging the use of digital technologies in the application process. By making it easier for individuals and businesses to submit digital applications, the bill aims to spur technological advancements and increase efficiency in government processes. Overall, the Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act is designed to modernize and streamline the application process for federal agencies, making it easier for individuals and businesses to interact with the government and obtain the approvals they need.

Congressional Summary of HR 3283

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure with Greater Internet Transactions And Legacy Applications Act or the Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act

This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to periodically report on the development of online portals for processing communications use authorizations. Communications use authorizations are requests for easements, rights-of-way, leases, licenses, or other authorizations to locate or modify a transmitting device, support structure, or other communications facility on public lands or National Forest System land.

Specifically, the NTIA must report to Congress about (1) whether the Department of the Interior and the Forest Service have each established a portal, and (2) barriers to establishing the portals. The NTIA must submit the first report within 90 days of the enactment of the bill and every 60 days thereafter until the portals are established.

Additionally, Interior and the Forest Service must notify the NTIA within three business days of establishing their respective portals.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3283

Bill HR 3283 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3283 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3283's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 746. as of December 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3283

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3283

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Government buildings, facilities, and property

- Government information and archives

- Infrastructure development

- Land use and conservation

- Telephone and wireless communication

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3283

Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act

Facilitating the Deployment of Infrastructure with Greater Internet Transactions And Legacy Applications Act

To require the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to report to Congress on any barriers to establishing online portals to accept, process, and dispose of certain Form 299s, and for other purposes.