For Immediate Release:
April 26, 2024

NATE Statement on Spectrum and National Security Act of 2024

(Washington, D.C.) – NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association today issued the following statement on the introduction of the Spectrum and National Security Act of 2024:

“NATE commends Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA) for introducing the Spectrum and National Security Act of 2024. Th legislation is an important contribution to the ongoing deliberations regarding the US’s future policy framework for spectrum and national security. We are particularly encouraged that the proposal would fund the rip and replace program, which is important for securing our networks, protecting consumers from emerging cyberthreats. Additionally, the legislation would go a long way to improving workforce development efforts in the communications industry. “Both improving the integrity of our communications infrastructure and preparing the next generation of the communications workforce are essential to closing the digital divide,” said President & CEO Todd Schlekeway. “We look forward to participating in these important conversations with members of the Senate Commerce Committee as they consider this path forward.”

To read the full text of the Spectrum and National Security Act of 2024, click HERE. For more information on NATE, visit www.natehome.com.

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About NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association

NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association is a non-profit trade association dedicated to providing a unified voice for companies in the diverse tower and communications infrastructure construction, service, and maintenance industries. Today the Association boasts over 1,085 member companies located throughout the United States, Bahamas, Brazil, Canada, Israel, Jamaica, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Trinidad and Tobago, and the United Kingdom. For additional information on NATE, please visit www.natehome.com.

Contact: Todd Schlekeway 
(605) 882-5865