AWS-3 Auction Revenue Should 'Fully Fund FirstNet,' Matsui Says
Rep. Doris Matsui, D-Calif., last week lauded the progress in the FCC's AWS-3 spectrum auction, which had raised just shy of $30 billion by Thursday (see 1411200041). It has “achieved remarkable success,” earning “enough to fully fund FirstNet, the nationwide…
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interoperability network for America’s first responders and public safety officials,” she said in a statement. “I am confident that as the spectrum [auction] continues, it will net billions more that will help pay down our national debt. In addition to generating needed revenue, this spectrum auction provides an opportunity for wireless carriers to build-out and enhance their networks, providing better coverage and faster speeds to their customers. This auction is clearly proving to be a major win for consumers, innovation, and public safety.” Matsui co-chairs the Congressional Spectrum Caucus and is a member of the Communications Subcommittee.