Mr. Pai. Vote in favor of a truly and open internet. And i yield t paying them off. The presiding officer the senator from mississippi. Mr. Wicker mr. President , later on today the senate will move to a vote to advance the nomination of ajit pai to become chairman of the federal communications commission. I rise today in strong enthusiastic support of confirming chairman pai. In the nine short months that President Trump chose chairman pai, he has restored confidence in the agencys ability on behalf of the american people. He has the light touch of the framework. He has kept this free and open for innovators and providers. Internet technology will continue to thrive if we keep the heavy hand of government away from the controls. Chairman pai recognizes the need to close the Digital Divide between our nations rural and urban communities. Im working closely with him and other members of the commission to remove barriers to Internet Connectivity that exists in my home state of mississippi and across the country. Without broadband access, these Rural Communities could lose out on critical jobs, economic development, and many other opportunities borne out of the thriving internet economy. Mr. Pai has already proven he is capable of being an exemplary f. C. C. Chairman who will fight for the underserved americans. As acting chairman, mr. Pai has overseen the adoption of Mobility Fund phase two rules, supporting universal service. He has sought the advice of experts for the most effective broadband deployment. And hes encouraged the development of better networks, lower costs, and relief from regulatory burdens. Americans are being well served by a leader like chairman ajit pai who stawppedz the strong connection between technology and innovation who understands the strong connection between technology and innovation. Mr. Pai understands how highspeed internet can revolutionize Small Businesses and revolutionize the local economy. He has already instituted proposals and rules that would benefit public safety. I hope mr. Pai will also continue to hold the f. C. C. To the highest standards of transparency. His decision to make proposals and orders accessible to the public prior to the commissions vote on them was a positive action. The f. C. C. Will continue to be in good hands with mr. Pai as chairman, and when the senate votes later on today to move this nomination along, i urge my colleagues to vote yes and eventually to vote yes for his confirmation