To provide for certain requirements with respect to the landing and operation of submarine cables in the United States, and for other purposes.
Latest action (1 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.R. 10695, introduced by Representative August Pfluger, is a proposed law concerning submarine cables that land and operate within the United States. The bill's title indicates it aims to establish specific requirements for these activities.
The legislation would likely affect companies and entities involved in the installation and use of submarine cables connecting to the U.S. The specific impact on these operations and any related industries or individuals is not detailed, as the full text of the bill has not yet been made public.
As of October 1, 2026, H.R. 10695 has been introduced in the 119th Congress. Its current status is simply "Introduced," meaning it has been formally presented for consideration. The bill would need to go through the legislative process, including committee review and votes in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, to become law.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 1, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10695 do?
- H.R. 10695, introduced by Representative August Pfluger, is a proposed law concerning submarine cables that land and operate within the United States. The bill's title indicates it aims to establish specific requirements for these activities. The legislation would likely affect companies and entities involved in the installation and use of submarine cables connecting to the U.S. The specific impact on these operations and any related industries or individuals is not detailed, as the full text of the bill has not yet been made public. As of October 1, 2026, H.R. 10695 has been introduced in the 119th Congress. Its current status is simply "Introduced," meaning it has been formally presented for consideration. The bill would need to go through the legislative process, including committee review and votes in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, to become law.
- Has H.R. 10695 become law?
- Not yet. As of 1 Oct 2026, H.R. 10695 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10695?
- H.R. 10695 was sponsored by Rep. August Pfluger [R-TX11] (Republican-TX), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10695?
- Introduced (1 Oct 2026).
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