Steve Cohen: “As has been discussed, this bill would help close the digital divide…”

On the recordMarch 11, 2024

As has been discussed, this bill would help close the digital divide and help communities across the country connect to reliable high-speed vital for participation in today's workforce and economy. In Mr. Graves' own State of Missouri, it would allow people in the bootheel of Missouri to connect so much closer to the city of Memphis, where they will want to come and hear music, eat barbecue, and watch the Cardinals' farm team play baseball. Mr. Speaker, I support the legislation and urge all my colleagues to do the same, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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Steve Cohen

Democratic · Tennessee

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Mar 11, 2024

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