FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 18, 2025
ARLINGTON, VA – The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) today released the following statement regarding the US Senate’s confirmation of Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary.
The statement can be attributed to Patrick Halley, President and CEO, WIA:
“WIA congratulates Howard Lutnick on his confirmation as Secretary of the Department of Commerce. WIA has a shared mission with the Department to guarantee the U.S. continues to lead the world in growth and innovation. Investing in the future of connectivity in America is the key to success. We look forward to working with Secretary Lutnick and his staff to establish a spectrum pipeline, build up the broadband workforce, and address essential broadband permitting reforms to ensure the deployment of next generation wireless networks necessary to connect every corner of America.”
The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) represents the businesses that build, develop, own, and operate the nation’s wireless infrastructure. WIA advocates for the widespread, responsible deployment of wireless infrastructure to enable mobile broadband for communities everywhere.
Media Contact: April Ward | april.ward@wia.org
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