Federal Government Spectrum Inventory Act

# Federal Government Spectrum Inventory Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would require the federal government to create and maintain a comprehensive inventory of all radio frequency spectrum that federal agencies currently use or occupy. In simpler terms, it would establish a detailed catalog of the airwaves used by government departments and agencies—similar to taking stock of what equipment a business owns. The inventory would help track which agencies use which frequencies and for what purposes. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions:** The bill primarily affects federal agencies that rely on wireless communications, such as the Department of Defense, NASA, NOAA, and others. By cataloging spectrum usage, the government could potentially identify unused or underutilized frequencies that might be reassigned or made available for other uses (such as commercial wireless networks).

This could improve government efficiency and potentially free up valuable spectrum for private sector use. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (S. 2869) remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. No action has been taken since its introduction, so it has not advanced toward becoming law.