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FUTURE Networks Act

USA119th CongressHR-2449| House 
| Updated: 4/29/2025
Doris O. Matsui

Doris O. Matsui

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (2)
Rick W. Allen (Republican)Tim Walberg (Republican)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The FUTURE Networks Act directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish a 6G Task Force within 120 days of enactment to study sixth-generation wireless technology. This Task Force will assess the status of industry standards, identify possible uses, and analyze limitations, particularly regarding supply chain and cybersecurity. Membership will be appointed by the FCC Chair, comprising representatives from the communications industry, public interest organizations, academic institutions, and various government levels. Entities deemed "not trusted" due to foreign adversary influence or national security threats will be explicitly excluded from participation. The Task Force is required to publish a draft report for public comment within 180 days, followed by a final report within one year of its establishment. The final report, submitted to Congress and publicly available, must also recommend how federal, state, local, and tribal governments can best collaborate to leverage 6G technology, addressing aspects like siting, deployment, and adoption. This comprehensive analysis aims to inform future policy and strategic planning for advanced wireless infrastructure.

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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-4045
FUTURE Networks Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1513
FUTURE Networks Act
Mar 27, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 27, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Apr 8, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Apr 8, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Apr 24, 2025
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 51.
Apr 24, 2025
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-74.
Apr 28, 2025
Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Apr 28, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1663-1665: 1)
Apr 28, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2449.
Apr 28, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1663-1664)
Apr 28, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1663-1664)
Apr 28, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Apr 29, 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-4045
    FUTURE Networks Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1513
    FUTURE Networks Act


  • March 27, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 27, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • April 8, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • April 8, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.


  • April 24, 2025
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 51.


  • April 24, 2025
    Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-74.


  • April 28, 2025
    Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.


  • April 28, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1663-1665: 1)


  • April 28, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2449.


  • April 28, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1663-1664)


  • April 28, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1663-1664)


  • April 28, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • April 29, 2025
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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FUTURE Networks Act

USA119th CongressHR-2449| House 
| Updated: 4/29/2025
The FUTURE Networks Act directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish a 6G Task Force within 120 days of enactment to study sixth-generation wireless technology. This Task Force will assess the status of industry standards, identify possible uses, and analyze limitations, particularly regarding supply chain and cybersecurity. Membership will be appointed by the FCC Chair, comprising representatives from the communications industry, public interest organizations, academic institutions, and various government levels. Entities deemed "not trusted" due to foreign adversary influence or national security threats will be explicitly excluded from participation. The Task Force is required to publish a draft report for public comment within 180 days, followed by a final report within one year of its establishment. The final report, submitted to Congress and publicly available, must also recommend how federal, state, local, and tribal governments can best collaborate to leverage 6G technology, addressing aspects like siting, deployment, and adoption. This comprehensive analysis aims to inform future policy and strategic planning for advanced wireless infrastructure.

Bill Text Versions

View Text
4 versions available

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Get AI-generated questions to help you understand this bill better

Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-4045
FUTURE Networks Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1513
FUTURE Networks Act
Mar 27, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 27, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Apr 8, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Apr 8, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Apr 24, 2025
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 51.
Apr 24, 2025
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-74.
Apr 28, 2025
Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Apr 28, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1663-1665: 1)
Apr 28, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2449.
Apr 28, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1663-1664)
Apr 28, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1663-1664)
Apr 28, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Apr 29, 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-4045
    FUTURE Networks Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1513
    FUTURE Networks Act


  • March 27, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 27, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • April 8, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • April 8, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.


  • April 24, 2025
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 51.


  • April 24, 2025
    Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-74.


  • April 28, 2025
    Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.


  • April 28, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1663-1665: 1)


  • April 28, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2449.


  • April 28, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1663-1664)


  • April 28, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1663-1664)


  • April 28, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • April 29, 2025
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Doris O. Matsui

Doris O. Matsui

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (2)
Rick W. Allen (Republican)Tim Walberg (Republican)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Energy and Commerce Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

Related Bills

  • HR 119-1768: Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Advanced technology and technological innovationsAdvisory bodiesBroadcasting, cable, digital technologiesComputer security and identity theftCongressional oversightExecutive agency funding and structureFederal Communications Commission (FCC)Government studies and investigationsInternet, web applications, social mediaPublic-private cooperationState and local government operationsTelephone and wireless communication