HR 857 · 103th Congress · Government Operations and Politics
Emerging Telecommunications Technologies Act of 1993
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Introduced2
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Senate5
EnactedLatest: For Further Action See H.R.2264.(1993-08-10)
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Emerging Telecommunications Technologies Act of 1993 - Requires the Secretary of Commerce and the Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to conduct joint electromagnetic spectrum planning meetings with respect to: (1) future spectrum needs and allocation actions; and (2) actions to promote the efficient use of the spectrum. Requires reports to the President identifying frequency bands that: (1) are allocated on a primary basis for Government use and eligible for licensing pursuant to the Communications Act of 1934; (2) are not required for Government needs; (3) can be made available and are likely to have significant value for non-Government users; and (4) will not result in excessive costs to the Government. Sets forth criteria for identifying, and recommending for reassignment or sharing, such frequency bands. Requires reports to make an initial identification of 30MHz of spectrum for immediate reallocation and distribution by the FCC pursuant to competitive bidding procedures, and preliminary and final identifications of additional reallocable frequency bands. Directs the Secretary to convene an advisory committee to review, advise, and receive public comment. D…
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1 Democrat11 Republicans