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CTA Statement on Spectrum and National Security Act

June 17, 2024

  • Laura Ambrosio, CTA Manager, Policy Communications
Article Summary
Statement attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, regarding the draft Spectrum and National Security Act.

The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO, Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, regarding the draft Spectrum and National Security Act released by U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell:

"The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) appreciates recent developments, including the newly released draft of the Spectrum and National Security Act, which seeks to renew the FCC’s spectrum auction authority, and provide a pathway for freeing up spectrum for licensed and unlicensed use. As demand for consumer connected devices grows, to stay competitive, the U.S. must maintain its leadership by freeing up additional spectrum. CTA hopes to work with Congress to advance legislation that restores the FCC’s auction authority and puts the U.S. on a path to continued innovation, while protecting national security interests."

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