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FCC CHAIRMAN TOM WHEELER STATEMENT ON CONFIRMATION OF 
COMMISSIONER MICHAEL O’RIELLY
Washington, D.C. – The Senate confirmed FCC Commissioner Michael O’Rielly to a full term. The 
following statement can be attributed to FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler.
"I congratulate Mike on his confirmation for a full term as Commissioner. He works diligently to 
improve the lives of all Americans through expanded access to 21st century communications and 
technology. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with him on the important issues before 
the Commission.”
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