The Senate Commerce Committee has confirmed Olivia Trusty as the third Republican Commissioner for the Federal Communications Commission. The nomination will now proceed to the full Senate, where Trusty is expected to receive majority approval.
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA), known for its support of net neutrality and broad access to high-speed broadband, is watching the process closely.
CCIA President Matt Schruers expressed his views on the advancement of the nomination: “We appreciate Congress’ advancing Trusty’s nomination and look forward to working with her once she is voted by the full Senate. In addition to the importance of filing the full FCC roster, Congress should renew the Commission’s spectrum auction authority to authorize next-generation deployment of innovative broadband services to support the connected economy.”
The confirmation of Trusty marks a significant step as the CCIA continues to advocate for the expanded reach of broadband services.