Frank Pallone actually said...

"Do you think that that broadband deployment as contemplated by the Moving Forward Act, would that help the Ute Tribe?"

"the lack of reliable high speed internet means you are left out of healthcare services, education, employment opportunities, civic engagement."

"Today the committee is holding a hearing entitled 'Addressing the Urgent Needs of Our Tribal Communities.'"

"I am concerned, like you, that the lack of connectivity will put disadvantaged children further behind in their education."