Secure Space Act of 2025

The Secure Space Act of 2025 would restrict the Federal Communications Commission's ability to grant licenses and authorizations for satellite communications involving foreign entities that pose national security concerns. Specifically, the FCC would be prohibited from issuing satellite licenses, earth station (ground station) authorizations, or U.S. market access permits to any entity or their affiliates that produce or provide communications equipment or services on the FCC's list of equipment and services deemed to pose unacceptable national security risks. This list, known as the Covered List, includes providers such as Huawei Technologies and ZTE Corporation.

For everyday citizens, this bill would primarily affect the availability and cost of satellite internet and communications services. If enacted, it could limit which foreign satellite operators can provide services in the United States, potentially reducing competition in the satellite communications market and affecting pricing and service options for consumers who rely on satellite internet, particularly in rural areas. The bill aims to prevent foreign entities considered security risks from gaining access to U.S. satellite infrastructure and communications networks.

The bill has already passed the House of Representatives and is currently under review in the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. This committee stage means the Senate will examine the bill's provisions, hear testimony, and decide whether to advance it for a full Senate vote. The outcome of this committee review will determine whether the bill moves forward toward potential enactment.