[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 164 (Tuesday, September 22, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H4652]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                A GREAT VICTORY FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS

  (Mr. ZELDIN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. ZELDIN. Madam Speaker, as early as today, the House will be 
voting to pass the Don't Break Up the T-Band Act, of which I am proud 
to be an original cosponsor.
  This would mark a great victory for our first responders who use the 
T-Band spectrum and bravely and selflessly put their lives on the line 
each and every day to protect our communities.
  From hurricanes to fires, the T-Band spectrum provides critical 
communication between first responders. Even when cell phones, 
internet, and electricity cease to function, T-Band is the last line of 
defense.
  However, the T-Band spectrum is mandated to be sold. According to the 
GAO, this misguided sale and the relocation of users would actually 
cost taxpayers $5 billion to $6 billion.
  Thankfully, this bipartisan legislation would preserve the spectrum, 
and help ensure our first responders have the resources to do their 
jobs safely and effectively.
  I urge the Senate to follow suit and move forward on this vital bill.

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