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118-s-1648118th CongressWALLET

Launch Communications Act

Sponsored By: Senator Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

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Summary

Easier access to specific radio spectrum for commercial space launches and reentries. This law directs the Federal Communications Commission to set service rules and speed authorizations so commercial launches and reentries can use the bands between 2025–2110 MHz, 2200–2290 MHz, and 2360–2395 MHz.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Quicker spectrum access for space companies

The law gives space launch and reentry companies access to three radio bands: 2025–2110, 2200–2290, and 2360–2395 MHz. Use is secondary and only for launches and reentries. Within 90 days, the FCC completes service rules and allocates the bands. Within 180 days, it issues streamlined, multi-launch authorizations with electronic filing and faster, automated coordination. Companies must coordinate with the Assistant Secretary and avoid harmful interference, including near Federal sites.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

MO • R

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]

    CO • D

    Sponsored 5/17/2023

Roll Call Votes

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