Just prior to the bill being brought to the floor. The gentleman from virginia, mr. Good lat, gave some background with regard to why a bill is necessary, ever since the library of congress ruled last year that unlocking your cell phone violates copyright law. Theres been a number of us on both sides of the aisle who have worked to ensure that consumers have the right to unlock their wireless devices and use their property as they see fit. Im proud to be a cosponsor of congressman geoff greens bill, the unlocking Technology Act of 2013 bill, which gives consumers the right to unlock their devices on a permanent basis. Before i came to congress, i was an entrepreneur and started a number of businesses, and i understand firsthand the importance of allowing a free market to thrive and create a positive environment for business and consumers alike. Allowing consumers to unlock their cell phones, which are their own personal property, can spur competition, allowing new startup carriers to s