John Ensign: “I rise to speak about the critical role of technology and innovation in maintaining our Nation's security and prosperity…”

“I rise to speak about the critical role of technology and innovation in maintaining our Nation's security and prosperity in the future. Technology and the intellectual property that accompanies it is the very lynchpin of our modern economy. Technology is changing all the rules, from the way we do business to how we communicate. It is saving lives, and it is protecting our homeland. In recognition of the critical role that technology plays in the lives of all Americans, Majority Leader Bill Frist has made technology a top priority by devoting significant time and resources to the Senate Republican High Tech Task Force which serves as the focal point for technology-related issues in the United States Senate. I have been honored to serve as the chairman of the Senate Republican High Tech Task Force during the 108th Congress. I have been privileged to meet the leading innovators of our great Nation and talk directly to the employees who have made technology their career and are delivering every day the promise of the new 'next big thing.' The work of the Senate Republican High Tech Task Force increases in importance each day, as technology becomes ever more a part of our lives. It is the responsibility of the Task Force to be leaders on technology issues in the Senate.”