At this moment, the U.S. Congress stands at a critical juncture.

I want to urge President Biden to renominate Acting Chairwoman Rosenworcel to nominate a fifth FCC Commissioner and a permanent head of NTIA.

Universal Service Fund reform was necessary to ensure sufficient and predictable support.

I just wanted to thank you for raising this.

I think depending on you, Commissioner, to put the boost of these guys when they don't do what they say they are supposed to do because we are putting out billions of dollars.

If we are going to get this right, we need all of these positions filled and we are running out of time.

the Connected Care Program is designed to serve a critical need by targeting telehealth funding to communities that most need support.

The Treat Act is a great step in the right direction to eliminate some of those geographic restrictions.

It is simply unacceptable and inexcusable that there is no urgency from this Administration to nominate a fifth Commissioner.

I ask unanimous consent that the Senate recess subject to the call of the Chair. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

we must conquer the digital divide in order to have effective telehealth

Over the past year and a half, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed so much about how we live our lives.

What we have heard today are many ideas that have strong bipartisan support.

The transition to renewables and modernization of the grid are crucial to the residents of the island.

I believe it is the Federal Government's responsibility to ensure that our communities are safe and their basic needs are met.

Access to electricity is not only a necessity, but a basic human right.

The people of New Mexico and my district stand united with the people of Puerto Rico in demanding energy justice and grid modernization.

it is an honor to speak in support of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to protect the voting rights of all Americans. Our democracy is at its strongest when every American can participate and make their voice heard--something…