Political Quotes

“I rise in support of H.R. 1320, and I would like to thank Chairman Upton, Ranking Member Markey, Chairman Tauzin, and Ranking Member Dingell, the dean of the House, for the opportunity to work with them on this beneficial legislation, of which I am proud to be an original cosponsor. I am pleased that our House leadership has moved this bill to the floor in a timely manner. This is good, consensus legislation. The Commercial Spectrum Enhancement Act is a reasonable, effective effort to allow American consumers to more quickly benefit from the ambitious rollout of wireless technologies that America's wireless industry is planning in the near future. By freeing up federal spectrum for the market, consumers who are coming to depend on mobile communications will greatly benefit. Wireless technology increases economic efficiency and productivity, increases convenience and connectivity for individuals and families, and is ready to be a major growth sector of the technology economy. I would like to point out some key aspects of this bill that make it deserving of support by all in this House. Number 1 is filling national security needs. This bill has a sustainable and predictable funding mechanism to ensure DOD does not have to cut corners with their communications.”