HR. 261In Committee
Undersea Cable Protection Act of 2025
Prohibit Commerce from enforcing certain national marine sanctuary permit requirements for undersea fiber optic cable activities already authorized by state or federal permits
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Prohibit Commerce from enforcing certain national marine sanctuary permit requirements for undersea fiber optic cable activities already authorized by state or federal permits
Key points
- Prohibit permit enforcement
- Authorize interagency cooperation
- Allow covered cable activities
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2026-02-12 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedBroadcasting, cable, digital technologiesMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesPublic Lands and Natural Resources