Contact Congress about H.R. 2458: Secure Space Act of 2025

Companies that make or supply communications gear already deemed a security risk would be shut out of new FCC satellite licenses and U.S. market access. The ban covers all satellite types and ground stations, but only applies going forward. The FCC gets one year to finalize enforcement rules.

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Secure Space Act of 2025 is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Latest action on H.R. 2458: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Who this affects: This bill primarily targets satellite operators and communications companies that have ties to equipment or services already flagged as security risks. It also affects international satellite providers seeking U.S. market access, as well as the businesses and consumers who rely on satellite-based communications for internet, phone, and data services.

Why this matters: Satellite communications are increasingly critical for internet access, military operations, and global connectivity. This bill closes a gap where companies already restricted from terrestrial networks could still gain access through satellite licensing. The outcome will shape which providers can offer satellite services in the U.S. and could influence the competitive landscape for satellite-based communications.

Key provisions in H.R. 2458

• The FCC would be barred from granting satellite licenses, U.S. market access, or earth station authorizations to any company that makes or provides flagged communications equipment or services, or to that company's affiliates.
• The ban covers both traditional geostationary satellites and newer non-geostationary orbit satellite constellations.
• It includes individually licensed earth stations, blanket-licensed earth stations, and gateway stations connected to those satellite systems.
• The bill uses the existing legal definition of 'affiliate' from the Communications Act of 1934.
• It keeps the current definition of 'covered communications equipment or service' from the 2019 Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act instead of creating a new standard.

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Questions people ask about H.R. 2458

What is H.R. 2458?

Companies that make or supply communications gear already deemed a security risk would be shut out of new FCC satellite licenses and U.S. market access. The ban covers all satellite types and ground stations, but only applies going forward. The FCC gets one year to finalize enforcement rules.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 2458?

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Who should I contact about H.R. 2458?

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