A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate about a strategy to deploy fifth generation mobile networks (5G networks) and next-generation wireless and wired technologies to promote economic development and digital innovation throughout the United States.

Summary

Supports the deployment and advancement of fifth generation (5G) mobile networks to encourage economic growth and reduce the digital divide between urban and rural areas. Expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should commit to modernizing infrastructure policies to meet demand for wireless broadband services; increase access, quality, and affordability of broadband services; and continue participation in global efforts to create standards for 5G networks.

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Timeline

1. 2 August 2017

   Introduced

   Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4775)

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2. 2 August 2017

   Introduced

   Introduced in Senate

   Source: IntroReferral

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Versions

• Introduced in Senate · 2 August 2017 · Official file

Documents

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• Introduced in Senate (text)

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Sponsors

• Roger Wicker · R · Sponsor
• Brian Schatz · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Gardner, Cory [R-CO] · R · Sponsor
• Maggie Hassan · D · Sponsor
• Jerry Moran · R · Sponsor
• Gary Peters · D · Sponsor
• · sscm00 · Standing

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