Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to create a plan to promote and advocate for Wi-Fi and other unlicensed technologies globally. It emphasizes the importance of the United States leading in these technologies, particularly as the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC–27) will be held in China. The plan aims to counter efforts by adversaries, like the People’s Republic of China, to undermine Wi-Fi and secure global harmonization of spectrum for these technologies.
Key provisions
- Requires the Secretary of Commerce to develop a plan for advancing and advocating for Wi-Fi and unlicensed technologies.
- Directs the plan to consider efforts by adversaries to undermine these technologies.
- Mandates public comment and consideration during the plan’s development.
- Calls for a report to Congress on the implementation of the plan after WRC–27.
- Defines key terms related to Wi-Fi technology and unlicensed spectrum.
- Identifies relevant congressional committees involved in overseeing the plan.
- Specifies agencies to coordinate with in developing the plan.
- Prioritizes achieving timely decisions and appointing a delegation head for the US at WRC–27.
Who is affected
- Department of Commerce
- Federal Communications Commission
- Businesses involved in Wi-Fi technology
- International Trade Community
- United States Government
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