Bill · H.R. 2482· House(119-HR-2482)
NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 3/31/2025
- Last activity
- 4/29/2025 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- Sponsored by
- Robert Latta
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- Passed House
- In Senate committee
What this bill would do
This Act reauthorizes the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). It upgrades the leadership position from Assistant Secretary to Under Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information and establishes a Deputy Under Secretary position. The bill creates two new specialized entities: the Office of Spectrum Management and the Office of International Affairs. It also modifies various existing laws to reflect these title changes. Additionally, the bill consolidates several reporting requirements into a single annual report.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this get reliable internet to more people?+2
The establishment of the Office of Spectrum Management is intended to improve the management of electromagnetic spectrum resources used for connectivity.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1
Improved spectrum management and digital equity grant oversight can support broader internet access for low-income families.
Would people in cities be better off under this?+1
Coordinated spectrum management can help optimize telecommunications density in urban areas.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1
The bill increases NTIA appropriations to $57,000,000 for fiscal years 2025 and 2026.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Enhanced Leadership Continuity: The bill establishes a Deputy Under Secretary to act during the absence, disability, or vacancy of the Under Secretary, ensuring stable leadership (Section 101(b)(1)).
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Improved Spectrum Management: The creation of the Office of Spectrum Management allows for better management of frequency assignments for U.S. radio stations and more coordinated planning for electromagnetic spectrum resources (Section 201(c)).
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Stronger International Representation: The establishment of the Office of International Affairs aims to strengthen the United States' position in international telecommunications negotiations and policy (Section 301(c)(8)).
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Streamlined Government Reporting: The bill eliminates certain outdated or completed reporting requirements and moves toward a consolidated annual report, which can simplify oversight processes (Section 102(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Increased Costs: The bill authorizes a significant increase in appropriations for the NTIA, setting the amount at $57,000,000 for both fiscal years 2025 and 2026 (Section 101(a)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Rural Residents+1Good For Urban Residents+1
- Education And Technology
- Improves Internet Access+2
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending-1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Public Transit+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Affordable Housing+1
- 4/29/2025
- Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- 4/28/2025
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1657-1660)
- On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1657-1660)
- DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2482.
- Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1657-1661)
- Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
- 4/24/2025
- Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-63.
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 40.
- 4/8/2025
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
- 3/31/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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Doris MatsuiDemocrat · California