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NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-2482| House 
| Updated: 4/29/2025
Robert E. Latta

Robert E. Latta

Republican Representative

Ohio

Cosponsors (1)
Doris O. Matsui (Democratic)

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

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration Reauthorization Act of 2025 aims to reauthorize the NTIA, providing it with increased funding and an updated organizational structure. Specifically, the bill authorizes appropriations of $57,000,000 for both fiscal years 2025 and 2026 to support the agency's operations. A significant change involves elevating the head of the NTIA from an Assistant Secretary to an Under Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information , and establishing a new Deputy Under Secretary position to assist in policy advising and leadership. These changes are reflected through numerous technical and conforming amendments across various federal laws. The legislation also introduces the NTIA Consolidated Reporting Act , designed to enhance efficiency and transparency in the agency's reporting obligations. This involves eliminating several outdated or completed reporting requirements, such as the BTOP quarterly report and certain reports mandated by the NTIA Organization Act. In their place, the bill mandates a single, consolidated annual report to be published on the NTIA website and submitted to congressional committees, combining multiple existing reporting duties. This streamlined approach ensures that relevant information is provided to Congress and the public in a more organized manner. Furthermore, the Act establishes two new, dedicated offices within the NTIA to formalize and strengthen critical areas of its work. The Office of Spectrum Management will be led by an Associate Administrator and will oversee federal spectrum assignments, allocations, and policies, as well as coordinate with the FCC on the National Table of Frequency Allocations. Concurrently, the Office of International Affairs , also headed by an Associate Administrator, will focus on analyzing, formulating, and presenting international telecommunications and information policy. This office will coordinate closely with the Secretary of State and represent U.S. interests in global telecommunications forums, ensuring a cohesive approach to international policy.

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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4510
NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2024
Mar 31, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 31, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Apr 8, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Apr 8, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Apr 24, 2025
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 40.
Apr 24, 2025
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-63.
Apr 28, 2025
Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Apr 28, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1657-1661: 1)
Apr 28, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2482.
Apr 28, 2025
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)
Apr 28, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1657-1660)
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 118-4510
    NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2024


  • March 31, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 31, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


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


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


  • April 24, 2025
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 40.


  • April 24, 2025
    Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-63.


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


  • April 28, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1657-1661: 1)


  • April 28, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2482.


  • April 28, 2025
    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)


  • April 28, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1657-1660)


  • 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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NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-2482| House 
| Updated: 4/29/2025
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration Reauthorization Act of 2025 aims to reauthorize the NTIA, providing it with increased funding and an updated organizational structure. Specifically, the bill authorizes appropriations of $57,000,000 for both fiscal years 2025 and 2026 to support the agency's operations. A significant change involves elevating the head of the NTIA from an Assistant Secretary to an Under Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information , and establishing a new Deputy Under Secretary position to assist in policy advising and leadership. These changes are reflected through numerous technical and conforming amendments across various federal laws. The legislation also introduces the NTIA Consolidated Reporting Act , designed to enhance efficiency and transparency in the agency's reporting obligations. This involves eliminating several outdated or completed reporting requirements, such as the BTOP quarterly report and certain reports mandated by the NTIA Organization Act. In their place, the bill mandates a single, consolidated annual report to be published on the NTIA website and submitted to congressional committees, combining multiple existing reporting duties. This streamlined approach ensures that relevant information is provided to Congress and the public in a more organized manner. Furthermore, the Act establishes two new, dedicated offices within the NTIA to formalize and strengthen critical areas of its work. The Office of Spectrum Management will be led by an Associate Administrator and will oversee federal spectrum assignments, allocations, and policies, as well as coordinate with the FCC on the National Table of Frequency Allocations. Concurrently, the Office of International Affairs , also headed by an Associate Administrator, will focus on analyzing, formulating, and presenting international telecommunications and information policy. This office will coordinate closely with the Secretary of State and represent U.S. interests in global telecommunications forums, ensuring a cohesive approach to international policy.

Bill Text Versions

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4 versions available

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4510
NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2024
Mar 31, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 31, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Apr 8, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Apr 8, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Apr 24, 2025
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 40.
Apr 24, 2025
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-63.
Apr 28, 2025
Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Apr 28, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1657-1661: 1)
Apr 28, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2482.
Apr 28, 2025
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)
Apr 28, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1657-1660)
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 118-4510
    NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2024


  • March 31, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 31, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


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


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


  • April 24, 2025
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 40.


  • April 24, 2025
    Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-63.


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


  • April 28, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1657-1661: 1)


  • April 28, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2482.


  • April 28, 2025
    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)


  • April 28, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1657-1660)


  • 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.
Robert E. Latta

Robert E. Latta

Republican Representative

Ohio

Cosponsors (1)
Doris O. Matsui (Democratic)

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
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresCivil actions and liabilityCongressional oversightFederal Communications Commission (FCC)Government information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsIntergovernmental relationsRadio spectrum allocationSpacecraft and satellitesTelephone and wireless communication