The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has released a statement regarding the election of U.S. Senator John Thune as the Senate Majority Leader. Gary Shapiro, CEO of CTA, expressed congratulations to Sen. Thune on his new role.

"The Consumer Technology Association congratulates Sen. Thune on his selection as the next Majority Leader," said Shapiro. He emphasized the association's intention to collaborate with Majority Leader Thune and other congressional members from both parties to support American innovators and technology consumers.

Shapiro highlighted several priorities within the CTA Innovation Agenda, which include encouraging pro-innovation policies to foster entrepreneurship and allow technologies to thrive, advancing fair trade and cross-border digital policies to open global markets, and strengthening STEM education and workforce development to prepare Americans for future jobs.

Further details about CTA’s policy priorities can be accessed through their official channels.