The federal government's transition to 5G technology has been accelerated by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, which requires the Defense Department to develop private 5G networks at military bases and other DOD facilities. The NDAA allocates $179 million for research into ""Next Generation Information Communications Technology (5G),"" with the DOD investing $600 million in 5G development since 2020. Enabling 5G would improve connectivity to devices and the cloud, create stronger security, and improve data efficiency. Agencies must plan their 5G network deployment, considering factors like coverage area, device selection, location expansion, rural involvement, and the use of standard or specialized mobility devices. 5G projects require a Spectrum Access System, high throughput, and electronic SIM connections. Agencies are expected to develop networks in the next few years.