Tim Walberg: “I would state in conclusion that I urge strong support for H.R. 1374, and I yield back the balance of my time.”

The lack of a national broadband strategy has led to duplicative and wasteful efforts that delay the deployment of high-speed broadband across the nation.

Over the past few years, Michigan and the United States as a whole have seen a concerning rise in support for the destructive policies of socialism and leaders who seek to replace freedom with government control.

The PLAN for Broadband Act would increase coordination among all relevant agencies to streamline permitting, identify barriers to deployment, and ensure we can improve connectivity for rural communities.

As the largest freshwater system in the world, the Great Lakes are central to Michigan’s economy, identity, and long‑term prosperity.