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Doris Matsui: “Our current approach of relying on Members of Congress to call on the FCC to act is no longer sustainable.”

On the recordFebruary 26, 2020
Our current approach of relying on Members of Congress to call on the FCC to act is no longer sustainable.
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Doris Matsui
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Matsui argues for a more proactive FCC response to emergencies.

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