NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association issued the following statement from CEO Shirley Bloomfield regarding Anna Gomez’s nomination to serve as FCC Commissioner and Geoffrey Starks and Brendan Carr’s renominations as FCC Commissioners:
“NTCA congratulates Anna Gomez on her nomination to serve as FCC Commissioner. A dedicated public servant with a broad range of experiences working for service providers and in key leadership roles on telecommunications policy at several agencies, she has a thorough understanding of the challenges of ensuring that all Americans have access to reliable and affordable connectivity. On behalf of NTCA and our members, we look forward to working with her once she is confirmed to continue advancing and sustaining broadband connectivity for all Americans.
“Throughout his tenure at the FCC, Geoffrey Starks has worked tirelessly to promote universal access to robust and affordable broadband for every American. We have greatly appreciated his engagement with NTCA and its members on solving connectivity challenges in a lasting way. We congratulate Commissioner Starks on his renomination, and we look forward to continued collaboration on the comprehensive mission of universal service.
“NTCA further congratulates Brendan Carr on his nomination for another term on the FCC. From his thoughtful approach to difficult policy questions and new initiatives to his substantial efforts to see firsthand the benefits of connectivity, Commissioner Carr has been a leader in seeking to advance and sustain rural broadband. NTCA and its members look forward to continuing to work with him to close the digital divide.”