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Jan. 28, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - ICYMI: Lucas and Stefanik Send Letter to President Biden Urging Prioritization of Emerging Technologies
Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Jan. 19, 2021
Letter to Chairman Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Walberg leads bipartisan letter to FCC on rural broadband deployment
Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Dec. 23, 2020
Tweet - "We cannot have effective delivery of health care without broadband. We cannot have the kind of educational experiences that our children need without broadband. I think broadband is going to be to the 21st century what electricity was to the 20th century."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 22, 2020
Clyburn Hails House Passage of Spending Package that Delivers for South Carolina
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 21, 2020
Tweet - "Today I voted in support of a COVID Emergency Relief Package. It is not sufficient, but it is a step forward, and House Democrats will continue to fight to get Americans much needed relief. Here's what's in it [ A THREAD ]"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 15, 2020
Graham Introduces Bill To Incentivize Section 230 Reform
Sen. Lindsey Graham
Dec. 10, 2020
Tweet - "As we work toward securing accessible, affordable high-speed internet for all Americans, we must also reinstate net neutrality. W/o it, internet service providers can block content, throttle speeds & charge you extra fees. High-quality internet for all requires net neutrality."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 9, 2020
Graham Announces $121 Million In Rural Broadband Funding For South Carolina
Sen. Lindsey Graham
Nov. 24, 2020
Tweet - "I do believe we cannot have effective healthcare delivery without broadband. You've got to have telehealth, telemedicine. You're not going to have adequate education for our children without broadband. Listen to my full episode of @therecount here:"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 19, 2020
Tweet - "Rural communities are often miles away from the nearest hospital or medical center. Telehealth can bridge that gap but not without accessible, affordable high-speed internet. We must expand broadband internet to all Americans and bridge this digital divide. #RuralHealthDay"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 18, 2020
Tweet - "This is not a partisan issue. Last July, the House passed the Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act to bring high-speed broadband infrastructure to every community. It is time for the Senate to act."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 18, 2020
Chairs Maloney, Clyburn, and Krishnamoorthi Issue Statement on Decision to Cancel Coronavirus Ad Campaign to Help Trump's Reelection
Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Nov. 16, 2020
Tweet - "Many students across the nation are learning online this year, yet millions lack internet at home. This American Education Week, we ought to renew our commitment to securing accessible, affordable internet for all so we can finally close the #homeworkgap."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 29, 2020
Tweet - "Without internet, our children don't have access to online learning and Americans can't access telehealth or online job resources. In order to close the digital divide, the Senate must pass the Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act. #NationalInternetDay"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Carolyn Maloney, Chairwoman of the House Oversight and Reform Committee - Oversight Republicans call for emergency hearing on big tech's election interference
Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Oct. 13, 2020
Tweet - "There is an affordability crisis when it comes to internet access in America, and the current pandemic only makes it worse. The House passed comprehensive legislation to expand access to affordable, high-speed internet. The Senate has taken it nowhere."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 30, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Thune, Colleagues Urge President Trump to Bolster Private-Sector Deployment of 5G
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Sept. 23, 2020
Hearing of the Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Norman, Hearing on COVID-19 Data Management
Rep. Ralph Norman
Sept. 22, 2020
Timmons Bill to Ensure Secure and Competitive Global 5G Networks Passes House
Rep. William Timmons
Sept. 17, 2020
Rosen, Young Introduce Bipartisan Small Manufacturer Cybersecurity Enhancement Act
Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Sept. 16, 2020
Scott, Graham Introduce State Fix Act to Promote Broadband Access
Sen. Tim Scott
Sept. 10, 2020
Tweet - "The idea of public electrification was met with enormous resistance from private industry in the 1930s, but today, the idea that everyone should have accessible, affordable electricity is a no-brainer. It's time we think about the internet that way too."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 10, 2020
Tweet - "The Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act would make this a reality. It passed the House on July 1. Mitch McConnell must bring it to the Senate floor."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 8, 2020
Tweet - "COVID-19 has further exposed the digital divide, which is especially stark in both rural and low-income communities. CARES funds will expand broadband in SC, but this is just the first step. We must make high-speed internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Sept. 8, 2020
Wicker, Graham, Blackburn Introduce Bill to Modify Section 230 and Empower Consumers Online
Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Aug. 11, 2020
Tweet - "Digital deserts have been laid bare by the current pandemic. COVID-19 has forced school closures, overcrowded the health care system and curtailed businesses. To the extent any of these circumstances can be mitigated requires the utilization of broadband internet."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 10, 2020
Tweet - "The CARES Act has brought internet access to thousands in SC, but our work is not done until every American is connected. The Heroes Act provides critical investments for students & low-income households, and accelerates new high-speed infrastructure."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 4, 2020
Senators Graham, Warner, And Scott Introduce Legislation To Promote Broadband In Underserved Areas
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 4, 2020
Wicker, Scott Introduce Connecting Minority Communities Act
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 3, 2020
Clyburn Hails House Passage of Appropriations Bills that Deliver for South Carolina; Urges Senate Action
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 31, 2020
Tweet - "As we work toward safely resuming schooling in our country, we must ensure that all of our students have access to high-speed internet. Without high-speed internet, many of our nation's students will be left behind their peers, especially in rural areas. #RuralBroadbandDay"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 31, 2020
Tweet - "Pleased the House is well on its way to completing our constitutional responsibility to fund the government. These 10 bills enable a strong economic recovery that makes America's greatness affordable & accessible to all Americans, including my constituents in the 6th District."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020
Hearing of the Investigations & Oversight and Research & Technology Subcommittees of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Norman, Hearing on Technology and Human Trafficking
Rep. Ralph Norman
July 24, 2020
Tweet - "Today, the House passed robust investments to safeguard national security, support troops & veterans, advance our values & interests, protect the environment, preserve treasured lands, expand opportunity for Native Americans & Americans in rural areas, & improve global health."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 21, 2020
Tweet - "I have said it before, and I will say it again: lack of reliable internet access will continue to deepen already existing inequities. The House has passed legislation to close the #HomeworkGap , now it's the Senate's turn."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 20, 2020
Letter to Jack Dorsey, Chief Executive Officer of Twitter - @Twitter: We Demand Transparency Now
Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
July 15, 2020
Tweet - "Affordability must no longer be a barrier to internet adoption. The #HousePassed Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act addresses this by promoting price transparency, protecting local public options, and ensuring affordable plans are offered on newly-funded networks."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 15, 2020
Letter to Donald Trump, President of the U.S. - Chinese Social Media App Attacked by Republican Lawmakers
Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
July 10, 2020
Tweet - "We have to get serious about making health care accessible and affordable to all, and that starts with access to broadband so Americans can have access to telehealth."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 10, 2020
Tweet - "I am pleased that all 8 of South Carolina's HBCUs are getting this much needed technology upgrade to help support e-learning. Now we must ensure that all of our students have access to the affordable high-speed internet they need to get online."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 8, 2020
Tweet - "As we approach the upcoming school year, we must ensure that all of our children have access to high-speed internet so they don't fall behind their peers."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 2, 2020
Graham, Blumenthal on Judiciary Committee's Unanimous Approval of the EARN IT Act
Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
July 2, 2020
Portman, Brown, Braun, Bennet, Jones, Upton & Clyburn Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Accelerate Broadband Access Nationwide
Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
July 2, 2020
Chairman Graham Applauds Senate Judiciary Committee for Unanimously Approving the EARN IT Act
Sen. Lindsey Graham
July 2, 2020
Tweet - "Pleased to have @senrobportman, @SenSherrodBrown, @SenatorBennet, @DougJones, and @SenatorBraun sign onto the Rural Broadband Acceleration Act that @RepFredUpton and I introduced in the House."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 1, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Michael Park, Chief Executive Officer for the US Agency for Global Media - Rubio and Colleagues Send Letter to USAGM CEO Expressing Concern Following Recent Termination of Employees
Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
July 1, 2020
Harris, Klobuchar, Clyburn, Colleagues Introduce Comprehensive Broadband Infrastructure Legislation to Expand Access to Affordable High-Speed Internet
Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
June 24, 2020
Delgado, House Task Force on Rural Broadband Introduce Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act
Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
June 24, 2020
Rep. Axne, Rural Broadband Task Force Unveil Comprehensive Bill to Expand, Improve Internet Connectivity
Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
June 23, 2020
Graham, Cotton, Blackburn Introduce Balanced Solution to Bolster National Security, End Use of Warrant-Proof Encryption that Shields Criminal Activity
Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Date
Title
Politician
Jan. 28, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - ICYMI: Lucas and Stefanik Send Letter to President Biden Urging Prioritization of Emerging Technologies
Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Jan. 19, 2021
Letter to Chairman Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Walberg leads bipartisan letter to FCC on rural broadband deployment
Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Dec. 23, 2020
Tweet - "We cannot have effective delivery of health care without broadband. We cannot have the kind of educational experiences that our children need without broadband. I think broadband is going to be to the 21st century what electricity was to the 20th century."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 22, 2020
Clyburn Hails House Passage of Spending Package that Delivers for South Carolina
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 21, 2020
Tweet - "Today I voted in support of a COVID Emergency Relief Package. It is not sufficient, but it is a step forward, and House Democrats will continue to fight to get Americans much needed relief. Here's what's in it [ A THREAD ]"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 15, 2020
Graham Introduces Bill To Incentivize Section 230 Reform
Sen.Lindsey Graham
Dec. 10, 2020
Tweet - "As we work toward securing accessible, affordable high-speed internet for all Americans, we must also reinstate net neutrality. W/o it, internet service providers can block content, throttle speeds & charge you extra fees. High-quality internet for all requires net neutrality."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 9, 2020
Graham Announces $121 Million In Rural Broadband Funding For South Carolina
Sen.Lindsey Graham
Nov. 24, 2020
Tweet - "I do believe we cannot have effective healthcare delivery without broadband. You've got to have telehealth, telemedicine. You're not going to have adequate education for our children without broadband. Listen to my full episode of @therecount here:"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 19, 2020
Tweet - "Rural communities are often miles away from the nearest hospital or medical center. Telehealth can bridge that gap but not without accessible, affordable high-speed internet. We must expand broadband internet to all Americans and bridge this digital divide. #RuralHealthDay"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 18, 2020
Tweet - "This is not a partisan issue. Last July, the House passed the Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act to bring high-speed broadband infrastructure to every community. It is time for the Senate to act."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 18, 2020
Chairs Maloney, Clyburn, and Krishnamoorthi Issue Statement on Decision to Cancel Coronavirus Ad Campaign to Help Trump's Reelection
Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
Nov. 16, 2020
Tweet - "Many students across the nation are learning online this year, yet millions lack internet at home. This American Education Week, we ought to renew our commitment to securing accessible, affordable internet for all so we can finally close the #homeworkgap."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 29, 2020
Tweet - "Without internet, our children don't have access to online learning and Americans can't access telehealth or online job resources. In order to close the digital divide, the Senate must pass the Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act. #NationalInternetDay"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Carolyn Maloney, Chairwoman of the House Oversight and Reform Committee - Oversight Republicans call for emergency hearing on big tech's election interference
Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Oct. 13, 2020
Tweet - "There is an affordability crisis when it comes to internet access in America, and the current pandemic only makes it worse. The House passed comprehensive legislation to expand access to affordable, high-speed internet. The Senate has taken it nowhere."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 30, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Thune, Colleagues Urge President Trump to Bolster Private-Sector Deployment of 5G
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Sept. 23, 2020
Hearing of the Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Norman, Hearing on COVID-19 Data Management
Rep.Ralph Norman
Sept. 22, 2020
Timmons Bill to Ensure Secure and Competitive Global 5G Networks Passes House
Rep.William Timmons
Sept. 17, 2020
Rosen, Young Introduce Bipartisan Small Manufacturer Cybersecurity Enhancement Act
Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Sept. 16, 2020
Scott, Graham Introduce State Fix Act to Promote Broadband Access
Sen.Tim Scott
Sept. 10, 2020
Tweet - "The idea of public electrification was met with enormous resistance from private industry in the 1930s, but today, the idea that everyone should have accessible, affordable electricity is a no-brainer. It's time we think about the internet that way too."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 10, 2020
Tweet - "The Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act would make this a reality. It passed the House on July 1. Mitch McConnell must bring it to the Senate floor."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 8, 2020
Tweet - "COVID-19 has further exposed the digital divide, which is especially stark in both rural and low-income communities. CARES funds will expand broadband in SC, but this is just the first step. We must make high-speed internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Sept. 8, 2020
Wicker, Graham, Blackburn Introduce Bill to Modify Section 230 and Empower Consumers Online
Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Aug. 11, 2020
Tweet - "Digital deserts have been laid bare by the current pandemic. COVID-19 has forced school closures, overcrowded the health care system and curtailed businesses. To the extent any of these circumstances can be mitigated requires the utilization of broadband internet."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 10, 2020
Tweet - "The CARES Act has brought internet access to thousands in SC, but our work is not done until every American is connected. The Heroes Act provides critical investments for students & low-income households, and accelerates new high-speed infrastructure."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 4, 2020
Senators Graham, Warner, And Scott Introduce Legislation To Promote Broadband In Underserved Areas
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 4, 2020
Wicker, Scott Introduce Connecting Minority Communities Act
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Aug. 3, 2020
Clyburn Hails House Passage of Appropriations Bills that Deliver for South Carolina; Urges Senate Action
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 31, 2020
Tweet - "As we work toward safely resuming schooling in our country, we must ensure that all of our students have access to high-speed internet. Without high-speed internet, many of our nation's students will be left behind their peers, especially in rural areas. #RuralBroadbandDay"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 31, 2020
Tweet - "Pleased the House is well on its way to completing our constitutional responsibility to fund the government. These 10 bills enable a strong economic recovery that makes America's greatness affordable & accessible to all Americans, including my constituents in the 6th District."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 27, 2020
Hearing of the Investigations & Oversight and Research & Technology Subcommittees of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Norman, Hearing on Technology and Human Trafficking
Rep.Ralph Norman
July 24, 2020
Tweet - "Today, the House passed robust investments to safeguard national security, support troops & veterans, advance our values & interests, protect the environment, preserve treasured lands, expand opportunity for Native Americans & Americans in rural areas, & improve global health."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 21, 2020
Tweet - "I have said it before, and I will say it again: lack of reliable internet access will continue to deepen already existing inequities. The House has passed legislation to close the #HomeworkGap , now it's the Senate's turn."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 20, 2020
Letter to Jack Dorsey, Chief Executive Officer of Twitter - @Twitter: We Demand Transparency Now
Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
July 15, 2020
Tweet - "Affordability must no longer be a barrier to internet adoption. The #HousePassed Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act addresses this by promoting price transparency, protecting local public options, and ensuring affordable plans are offered on newly-funded networks."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 15, 2020
Letter to Donald Trump, President of the U.S. - Chinese Social Media App Attacked by Republican Lawmakers
Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
July 10, 2020
Tweet - "We have to get serious about making health care accessible and affordable to all, and that starts with access to broadband so Americans can have access to telehealth."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 10, 2020
Tweet - "I am pleased that all 8 of South Carolina's HBCUs are getting this much needed technology upgrade to help support e-learning. Now we must ensure that all of our students have access to the affordable high-speed internet they need to get online."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 8, 2020
Tweet - "As we approach the upcoming school year, we must ensure that all of our children have access to high-speed internet so they don't fall behind their peers."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 2, 2020
Graham, Blumenthal on Judiciary Committee's Unanimous Approval of the EARN IT Act
Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
July 2, 2020
Portman, Brown, Braun, Bennet, Jones, Upton & Clyburn Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Accelerate Broadband Access Nationwide
Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
July 2, 2020
Chairman Graham Applauds Senate Judiciary Committee for Unanimously Approving the EARN IT Act
Sen.Lindsey Graham
July 2, 2020
Tweet - "Pleased to have @senrobportman, @SenSherrodBrown, @SenatorBennet, @DougJones, and @SenatorBraun sign onto the Rural Broadband Acceleration Act that @RepFredUpton and I introduced in the House."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 1, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Michael Park, Chief Executive Officer for the US Agency for Global Media - Rubio and Colleagues Send Letter to USAGM CEO Expressing Concern Following Recent Termination of Employees
Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
July 1, 2020
Harris, Klobuchar, Clyburn, Colleagues Introduce Comprehensive Broadband Infrastructure Legislation to Expand Access to Affordable High-Speed Internet
Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
June 24, 2020
Delgado, House Task Force on Rural Broadband Introduce Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act
Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
June 24, 2020
Rep. Axne, Rural Broadband Task Force Unveil Comprehensive Bill to Expand, Improve Internet Connectivity
Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
June 23, 2020
Graham, Cotton, Blackburn Introduce Balanced Solution to Bolster National Security, End Use of Warrant-Proof Encryption that Shields Criminal Activity
Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
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