S. 4950 · In committee · Science, Technology, Communications

ITS Codification Act

What it does

Codifies the Institute for Telecommunication Sciences (ITS) as a test center under the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information.
Directs ITS to study radio frequency emissions, spectrum propagation characteristics, and technologies to control electromagnetic interference between Federal and non-Federal spectrum users.
Authorizes ITS to conduct tests on technology that enhances electromagnetic spectrum sharing between Federal and non-Federal users.
Directs the Assistant Secretary to establish an initiative through ITS to support development of emergency communication and tracking technologies for locating trapped individuals in confined or shielded environments.
Requires the Assistant Secretary to submit a report to Congress within 18 months assessing technical and measurement needs for emergency communication and tracking technologies.

Sep 16, 2026: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Committee: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation