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HR1681
Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act

1
Roll Calls
383
Yea (latest vote)
9
Nay (latest vote)
House
2026-04-20 – 2026-04-20

About HR1681

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act

Policy Area: Science, Technology, Communications

Sponsor: Rep. Evans, Gabe [R-CO-8] (R-CO)

Latest Action (2026-04-21): Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Summary

Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act This bill establishes an interagency strike force to support federal land management agencies' review of requests for communications use authorizations. (A communications use authorization is required to modify or locate communications facilities on public lands.) The strike force must (1) conduct periodic calls with strike force members to ensure that each agency prioritizes the review of requests for communications use authorizations, (2) establish goals for the review of the requests, and (3) monitor and facilitate agency accountability for meeting the established goals.The bill specifies that the strike force must include the head of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, the head of each federal land management agency, and other members designated by the Department of Agriculture and the Department of the Interior. The bill also requires the strike force to report to Congress regarding its effectiveness.

Subjects: Advisory bodies, Congressional oversight, Government buildings, facilities, and property, Infrastructure development, Intergovernmental relations, Internet, web applications, social media, Land use and conservation

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Frequently Asked

What is HR1681?

HR1681 is the Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act, introduced in the House of the 119th U.S. Congress by Rep. Evans, Gabe [R-CO-8] (R-CO). Expediting Federal Broadband Deployment Reviews Act This bill establishes an interagency strike force to support federal land management agencies’ review of requests for communications use authorizations. (A communications use authorization is required to modify or locate communications facilities on public lands.) The strike force must (1) conduct periodic calls with strike force members to ensure that each agency prioritizes the review of requests for communications use authorizations, (2) establish goals for the review of the requests, and (3) monitor and facilitate agency accountability for meeting the established goals.The bill specifies that the strike force must include the head of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, the head of each federal land management agency, and other members designated by the Department of Agriculture and the Department of the Interior.

Who sponsored HR1681?

HR1681 was sponsored by Rep. Evans, Gabe [R-CO-8] (R-CO). Cosponsors and roll-call positions are listed on this page.

What is the current status of HR1681?

As of 2026-04-21, HR1681 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation..

How did Congress vote on HR1681?

HR1681 has had 1 roll-call vote on record. The most recent: 2026-04-20 — 2/3 Yea-And-Nay (Passed).

What policy area does HR1681 cover?

HR1681 is categorized under "Science, Technology, Communications." Browse other bills in this area at /topic-science-technology-communications/.

Where can I see all member positions on HR1681?

Each member’s vote is shown on this page, with party affiliation, state, and the official vote question. Click any member to see their full voting record.