Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act
Push to create online portals for cell tower permits on public lands
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- Requires the Commerce Department to report every 60 days on what is blocking online portals to handle a standard application for building or upgrading cell towers, antennas, or fiber on public lands and in national forests
- Seeks faster permits by moving applications and tracking online instead of on paper, so providers can expand service sooner
- The Interior and Agriculture Departments must notify once their portals are live, and the reports keep coming until both are up
- Most people could see better coverage over time in rural towns, parks, and along highways; this does not change safety or environmental reviews
- No new fees or rules are created; the focus is simpler paperwork that could save time for local offices and builders
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Milestones
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-486, Part I.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 50 - 0.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Facilitating DIGITAL Applications Act
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