I can support your proposal to allocate the spectrum known as the D Block to public safety.
Kay Hutchison
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Kay Bailey Hutchison is a former U.S. Senator from Texas, serving from 1993 to 2013. A member of the Republican Party, she was the first woman to represent Texas in the Senate. During her tenure, Hutchison was known for her work on issues such as space exploration, military funding, and education. She played a significant role in advocating for NASA and was a strong supporter of human spaceflight initiatives. Hutchison also served as the chair of the Senate Republican Conference and was involved in various bipartisan efforts throughout her career.
I think there are ways, particularly in areas where the public safety spectrum will not be needed on a constant basis.
My bill would allocate the D Block to public safety, as well as provide a stable funding stream through a combination of grants and zero interest loans financed by auction revenue to build a public safety network.
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