WASHINGTON, DC - House Energy and Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chairman Greg Walden (R-OR) today announced the subcommittee’s July hearing schedule. In addition to tomorrow’s hearing on Internet governance, the subcommittee will meet on Tuesday, July 14, to discuss ways to improve the environment for investment in both fixed and mobile broadband. The subcommittee will also continue its oversight of the Federal Communications Commission, hearing from FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler and Commissioner Ajit Pai, on July 28.
“With new services and innovative technologies constantly redefining America’s Internet needs, the old rules for network investment no longer apply. We will explore current trends in broadband infrastructure buildout and look at ways to improve that environment for continued investment and growth," said Walden about the subcommittee’s July 14, hearing.
Regarding the July 28th hearing continuing the subcommittee’s oversight of the FCC, Walden said, “The commission has and will continue to tackle tough issues that shape the future of communications in the United States. We look forward to hearing from Chairman Wheeler and Commissioner Pai on recent developments at the FCC, their plans for the fall, and what efforts the FCC has made to fix its broken process."
#SubCommTech July Hearing Schedule
Wednesday, July 8
Hearing on “Internet Governance Progress After ICANN 53“
10 AM - 2123 Rayburn
Tuesday, July 14
Hearing on “Promoting Broadband Infrastructure Investment"
10 AM - 2322 Rayburn
The Majority Memorandum, a witness list, and witness testimony will be available here as they are posted.
Tuesday, July 28
Hearing on “Continued Oversight of the Federal Communications Commission"
Additional Information, including time and room number, will be available here as it is posted.
