Bills · HR 5266
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5266Science, Technology, Communications
5G UPGRADE Act of 2025
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it could directly impact the speed and quality of their cell phone service. If this bill becomes law, it is intended to accelerate the deployment of 5G technology by streamlining the approval process for modifying existing wireless facilities, potentially leading to faster internet speeds and more reliable connections for users across the country. If it doesn't pass, the current, often slower, local permitting processes would remain, which some argue can delay critical network upgrades.
The bill also shifts some power from local governments to wireless companies by imposing federal deadlines and limiting what information can be requested. This could mean less local control over certain aspects of infrastructure development in exchange for potentially faster technological advancement. It touches on the ongoing balance between local autonomy and national infrastructure priorities.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a 60-day 'deemed approved' deadline for local governments to respond to requests to modify existing wireless facilities.
This provision aims to significantly speed up the approval process for wireless upgrades, potentially accelerating 5G deployment.
PROVISION 02
Specifies how the 60-day timeframe can be paused if a request is incomplete, requiring specific written notices from the government within strict deadlines.
This prevents governments from indefinitely delaying a decision by repeatedly claiming an application is incomplete without clear justification.
PROVISION 03
Limits the information state and local governments can require from wireless companies to only what is 'reasonably related' to determining if the request qualifies as an eligible modification.
This aims to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and prevent governments from asking for unnecessary documentation that could slow down the process.
PROVISION 04
Defines when a request is considered 'submitted,' starting the 60-day clock, and prohibits governments from requiring pre-application steps.
This provides clarity and prevents local governments from delaying the formal start of the review process through preliminary requirements.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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2 EVENTSSEP 10
Introduced in House
SEP 10
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5266
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 10, 2025
Last actionSep 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 10, 2025
House BillHR 5266Science, Technology, Communications
5G UPGRADE Act of 2025
INTRODUCED SEP 10, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 10, 2025
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