Frank Pallone actually said...

"Telecommunications plays a critical role in public safety, and ensuring people have access to communications services can make all the difference during an emergency."

"The provisions of H.R. 4884 would gut the Lifeline program by setting a cap, forcing a rapid phase-out of voice services."

"The SANDy Act would recognize the critical role that all communications providers--broadcasters, cable, and telecommunications--serve in emergencies."

"But unlike the other bills that we are considering today that propose ways to improve public safety, this bill to curb the Lifeline program would take essential lifesaving devices away from the people..."