arrow_back Civic Audit
Share share

Keep It Moving Act: Setting Deadlines for FCC License Decisions

This bill sets strict time limits for the FCC to process applications for transferring media and communication licenses. It aims to prevent bureaucratic delays, ensuring that changes in service providers or technology happen more efficiently for the public.
Key points
The FCC must decide if an application is complete within 15 days of filing.
Most license transfer decisions must be finalized within a 180-day window.
Applicants can go to court to force a decision if the FCC misses its legal deadlines.
Routine ownership changes no longer require advance approval, only a notification after the transaction is finished.
article Official text account_balance Process page notifications_active Track this Bill
gavel
Status:
Introduced
Record your position for audit.
Why does your vote on bills matter?
It creates raw, undeniable proof. Civic Will provides the permanent data to verify the Government's loyalty towards its citizens (explained here). Start recording it now.
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7742
Sponsor: Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]
Process start date: 2026-02-26
System Note: Lustra is free, publicly auditable civic infrastructure, with full source code available on GitHub. You are reading sterilized legislative data, processed by our radical neutrality engine to strip political spin and retain factual mechanics. We process only official government data. Original documents remain the authoritative source, always verify them if you can.
Summarized by: gemini-flash-latest
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Keep It Moving Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7742.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The FCC must decide if an application is complete within 15 days of filing.
  • Most license transfer decisions must be finalized within a 180-day window.
  • Applicants can go to court to force a decision if the FCC misses its legal deadlines.
  • Routine ownership changes no longer require advance approval, only a notification after the transaction is finished.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-13.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Media and Culture Economy Informatization