Doris Matsui: “I thank the ranking member for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 1513, the FUTURE Networks…”

“I thank the ranking member for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 1513, the FUTURE Networks Act. To maintain U.S. leadership in wireless communication, we need to be proactive in our preparations for the next generation of networks. This bill would direct the Federal Communications Commission to bring together industry leaders, public interest groups, and government experts to establish a 6G task force. 6G is going to be a global evolution in the way we communicate--not only for people, but for devices, factories, infrastructure, and more. It will be a global network of networks, handling information from nearly every sector of our economy. The race to 6G isn't just about faster phones. It is about national security, the economy, and America's standing on the international stage. If we lead, this global technology will be based on our values: democracy, open markets, and transparency. If we fall behind, America's foreign adversaries will have a new venue to expand their reach. This means less openness and more top-down control. That is why I am so glad to see this bipartisan bill moving forward today. It will ensure our brightest minds in industry, government, and academia are advising the U.S. on the strategically vital development of 6G. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote in favor of suspending the rules and passing this legislation. {time} 2130”