The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA), regarding the House passage of the RAY BAUM'S Act, which includes key provisions from the MOBILE NOW (Making Opportunities for Broadband Investment and Limiting Excessive and Needless Obstacles to Wireless) Act:

   "We commend the House for advancing this bipartisan legislation and ensuring it enacts critical parts of the MOBILE NOW Act. Americans depend on spectrum to power the smartphones, tablets and many other connected devices that are used in everyday life. This legislation will secure additional spectrum for commercial use by 2020, allowing American consumers to stay online and connected.

    "Not only is increased bandwidth important for powering today's wireless technology, but it's essential for the success of future U.S. innovation. It ensures entrepreneurs can create and pursue new technologies, including advancing the development of 5G wireless broadband. We thank the House and Senate Committees for their leadership on this important issue and urge the Senate to follow the House and pass this legislation without delay."