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New rules for emergency communication and radio spectrum research.

This act formalizes the Institute for Telecommunication Sciences (ITS), crucial for managing radio frequencies in the U.S. Additionally, it establishes an initiative to support the development of emergency communication technologies, potentially improving safety in crisis situations like building collapses or mining accidents by facilitating the location and rescue of trapped individuals.
Key points
Establishes the Institute for Telecommunication Sciences (ITS) as the primary government laboratory for radio frequency research, impacting the quality and availability of wireless services.
Introduces a program to develop technologies for locating individuals trapped in challenging environments (e.g., collapsed buildings, mines), increasing the chances of successful rescue operations.
Enhances the efficient use of radio spectrum, which could lead to better connection quality and new services for citizens.
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Print number: 118_HR_1343
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Process start date: 2023-03-03