What does Preamble of Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act do?

This bill requires the Secretary of Commerce to develop a plan for advancing and advocating for Wi-Fi and other unlicensed technologies. The plan's development will be managed by the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act.

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS. of Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress that U.S. leadership in Wi-Fi, 6G, and satellite technologies is a national priority. It recognizes the United States as the birthplace of Wi-Fi technology and home to leading developers and innovators. Wi-Fi is estimated to contribute significantly to the U.S. economy, reaching an estimated $2.4 trillion in 2027. Maintaining a global system supporting Wi-Fi is deemed essential for U.S. technological leadership. Strategic engagement at the World Radiocommunication Conferences of the International Telecommunication Union is considered critical to advancing U.S. spectrum priorities and countering adversarial actions. The section highlights concerns that adversaries, such as the People's Republic of China, are attempting to reverse global momentum with Wi-Fi technology. Coordination between Federal agencies is deemed essential in preparation for the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference in Shanghai, China. Achieving timely decisions on national technology and spectrum priorities, appointing a head of delegation, and engaging allies are identified as critical for U.S. success at the 2027 conference.

What does PLAN FOR ADVANCEMENT OF UNLICENSED TECHNOLOGIES. of Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act do?

This section establishes a plan for advancing and advocating for the global adoption of Wi-Fi technologies and unlicensed technologies. The Secretary of Commerce, through the Assistant Secretary, is tasked with developing and submitting this plan within 180 days of the Act's enactment. The plan must be made publicly available and developed in coordination with several agencies, including the Federal Communications Commission and the Secretary of State. Public input is required during the plan's development. The plan must include strategies to counter efforts by adversaries, including the Chinese Communist Party, to undermine these technologies. A report on the plan's implementation will be submitted to Congress within 90 days of the conclusion of WRC-27. The report should include a mechanism to track the plan's progress and may include a classified annex.

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Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act

Last updated: 6/4/2026 · Introduced: 6/4/2026

Author: Robert Latta (R-OH)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to create a plan for promoting Wi-Fi and other unlicensed technologies globally, including strategies to counter efforts by adversaries like China.
The plan, developed in coordination with agencies like the Federal Communications Commission and the State Department, must be publicly available and incorporate public input.
The bill mandates a report to Congress within 90 days of the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference, assessing the plan's implementation and progress.

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