Chairman Pryor and Ranking Member Wicker both eloquently described in their opening comments the challenges of increasing broadband adoption.

What is particularly troubling about these adoption rates is that they persist in the face of near universal broadband access.

I want to take this opportunity to highlight a few of the most innovative approaches, programs, and investments undertaken by the private sector to date.

OK. Well, thank you.

Thank you.

I do think wireless is important.

Without objection, it'll be accepted.

Listen, thank you all for being here.

I think we'll get an agreement today.

I believe that Judge Jay Moody will do an excellent job and that we will all be proud of his future service on the bench.

And do you think you will save money by doing that?