And I think that this is a closely held value that came out of the TCPA legislation.

Why should a consumer be subjected to an unsolicited text message at a cost of 20 cents per message?

My constituents have spoken very clearly. They don't like this bill.

I am concerned that in redefining, quote, 'prior express consent,' consumers will unknowingly be opening themselves up to future robocalls.

I remain optimistic that we can produce a bipartisan bill.

The public safety community has indicated its strong support for the robust governance approach in the Senate bill and in the Democratic draft.

The PSA is greatly encouraged by the Democratic discussion draft that was circulated by Congresswoman Eshoo and Congressman Waxman just this week.

I think each one of you, whether I agree or disagree with some parts of what you said, really have offered excellent testimony today and are helping us move forward with this.

I joined with the full committee's ranking member, Mr. Waxman, to offer our preferred path.

Although many details of the bill we put forward differ from the Republican draft, Democrats on the committee hope we can develop one legislative vehicle that takes the best ideas from both proposals.

Reallocation is the best way to ensure that public safety has the leverage to incentivize the public-private partnerships and network-sharing arrangements that are essential through constructing a nationwide broadband network.