01/20/2009
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"Having a sufficient workforce and resilient supply chain in place will be critical to keep networks up and running."
"What can Congress do to ease the regulatory permitting burdens that slow down the deployment of redundant and resilient networks?"
"It is for that reason that I introduced the Rural Connectivity Advancement Program Act, which would help strengthen connectivity in rural areas by providing funding for both the build out of networks,..."
"I think very clearly, the Federal Communications Commission is the preferred agency for the distribution of these types of funds."