Robert Latta (R-OH)
NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2025
A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
In the other chamber's committee
Passed one chamber and has been handed to a committee in the other.
The committee decides whether it goes any further, and most bills that reach a committee never leave it. A committee that simply does nothing kills a bill without anyone ever voting against it, so no news from here is usually the news.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Passed House voice vote
- In Senate committee
The House by voice vote (members called out yes or no together): no member's position on it was recorded.
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
- Scored +2
Does this get reliable internet to more people?
The establishment of the Office of Spectrum Management is intended to improve the management of electromagnetic spectrum resources used for connectivity.
- Scored +1
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Improved spectrum management and digital equity grant oversight can support broader internet access for low-income families.
- Scored +1
Would people in cities be better off under this?
Coordinated spectrum management can help optimize telecommunications density in urban areas.
The opposite
- Scored -1
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
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. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Improved spectrum management and digital equity grant oversight can support broader internet access for low-income families. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill maintains oversight of the Rural Utilities Service through the upgraded leadership structure. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Coordinated spectrum management can help optimize telecommunications density in urban areas.
- Education And Technology
- Does this get reliable internet to more people? — The establishment of the Office of Spectrum Management is intended to improve the management of electromagnetic spectrum resources used for connectivity.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill increases NTIA appropriations to $57,000,000 for fiscal years 2025 and 2026.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport? — Enhanced spectrum management supports the telecommunications infrastructure necessary for modern public transit systems.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill consolidates multiple reporting requirements into a single, more streamlined annual report published on the NTIA website.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The creation of the Office of International Affairs aims to strengthen the United States' position in international telecommunications negotiations.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make housing cost less? — Improved spectrum management can facilitate better telecommunications infrastructure essential for modern housing connectivity.
- 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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