For Immediate Release
April 5 , 2006

Arlington, Va. -- The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) praises the leadership of Representatives Jay Inslee (D-Wash.) and his co- sponsors Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisc.), Paul Gillmor (R-Ohio) and Rick Boucher (D-Va.) for their introduction of legislation intended to allow the use of broadcast television spectrum in the band between 608 and 614 MHz by unlicensed devices, including wireless broadband services.

"Among their numerous lines of business, TIA member companies design, produce and deploy terrestrial and satellite wireless network and terminal equipment," states TIA President Matthew J. Flanigan. "As a result, TIA has a substantial interest in current and future spectrum management decisions and activities related to the development of wireless broadband services and the use of the television broadcast spectrum.

"TIA believes that these proposals could provide for more efficient and effective use of the television broadcast spectrum, as well as have significant benefits for the public by increasing competition in the wireless broadband industry and providing incentives for the development of new and innovative broadband devices and services for businesses and consumers.

"We applaud the efforts of Congress and greatly appreciate introduction of this legislation that will allow for the emergence of innovative products and services, improve wireless communications, and stimulate jobs and the U.S. economy."

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TIA is the leading trade association for the information and communications technology (ICT) industry. As owner and producer of GLOBALCOMM, TIA represents global ICT suppliers and their service provider and enterprise customers through its leadership in standards development, domestic and international policy advocacy, and facilitating member business opportunities. TIA represents the communications sector of the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA). Visit us at http://www.tiaonline.org.

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