HR 8542: GPS Modernization Acceleration Act introduced to Congress

Where This Stands

Introduced

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Last action

Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.Jul 22, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This legislation initiates the formal review process for potential upgrades to the nation's satellite navigation infrastructure, which supports critical civilian and military positioning, navigation, and timing services.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Armed Services

The committee is tasked with reviewing the bill's provisions related to national security and defense infrastructure.

Transportation and Infrastructure

The committee is tasked with reviewing the bill's provisions related to civilian transportation and infrastructure systems.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

The Modernization Acceleration Act (HR 8542) has been introduced to Congress to accelerate the modernization of the Global Positioning System. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for review.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This legislation initiates the formal review process for potential upgrades to the nation's satellite navigation infrastructure, which supports critical civilian and military positioning, navigation, and timing services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the status of the GPS Modernization Acceleration Act?

As of July 22, 2026, the bill has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

What does this bill aim to do?

The bill aims to accelerate the modernization of the Global Positioning System ().

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Focus on GPS Modernization

The introduction of this bill signals a legislative intent to prioritize the technological upgrading of the existing GPS satellite network.

GPS Modernization Acceleration Act

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure“The committee responsible for reviewing civilian transportation-related provisio”Map →

organizationCommittee on Armed Services“The committee responsible for reviewing military-related provisions of the bill.”Map →

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