WASHINGTON, DC - Energy and Commerce Chairman Greg Walden (R-OR) issued the following statement after the Senate’s confirmation of Geoffrey Starks to serve as a commissioner on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for a term through June 2022 and an additional term through December 2023 for Brendan Carr.
“I congratulate Mr. Starks on his confirmation to the FCC, and Mr. Carr on his confirmation and continued service. Together, we’ve got an important job to do to improve our nation’s communications systems on behalf of the American people. I look forward to working with the commission on our shared goals to close the digital divide, improve services for first responders, win the race to 5G, and much more," said Chairman Greg Walden.
