Status: In Progress. Latest action (Feb 12, 2026): Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Undersea Cable Protection Act of 2025 This bill prohibits the Department of Commerce from enforcing certain permit requirements for activities related to undersea fiber optic cables in national marine sanctuaries. Specifically, Commerce may not prohibit or require an authorization for any covered activities related to undersea fiber optic cables if a license, lease, or permit ha…
House vote Feb 11, 2026: On Passage — Passed.