Annie Kuster: “Small rural communities must be able to compete on a level playing field for Federal grant opportunities.”

I urge this committee to prioritize the safety and well-being of our communities, including the investments that we have put in improving public transit.

I reintroduced the FirstNet Reauthorization Act to ensure network continuity and to support our first responders.

A national strategy will maximize the impact of those broadband programs by directing Federal funding to communities that are unserved or underserved and need it most.

I was proud to see this legislation signed into law to protect this lifeline for survivors.