This is not serious legislation, and it does not bode well for any serious legislation being developed by the majority of this subcommittee on any major communication issues.

I think you have tackled one of the issues that is first and foremost in the needs of viewers around the country.

Last week, I introduced the Viewer Protection Act, and this bill would provide extra funds for the incentive auction repacking process to ensure that consumers don't lose access to the local stations that they can rely on.

Net neutrality is crucial for our democracy by giving everyone an equal voice online-especially those communities too often overlooked by traditional media.

This hearing should have occurred months ago. The Republican majority had no problem conducting oversight of the previous Obama administration holding quarterly oversight hearings.

I hope that the Commissioners really listen to the millions of comments that are coming in from around the Nation and reconsider their dangerous plan to eliminate net neutrality.

If the FCC moves ahead with its net neutrality repeal, the consequences will be severe.

I have been a tireless leader and defender of the FCC Lifeline program and the need for there to be affordable connectivity for all American consumers.

When it comes to stroke, every second counts. Stroke telemedicine, also known as telestroke, breaks down barriers to care, and is a valuable tool for combating our Nation's fifth leading cause of death.

It is our job as legislators to continue this work to ensure that the program remains strong for future generations.

I am opposed to IPAB and would be in favor of abolishing it.

Medicare plays a critical role in the lives of our Nation's seniors and disabled Americans, and it is so important that this committee continue to look for ways to strengthen the program and deliver the highest quality care to…