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For Immediate Release
STATEMENT OF COMMISSIONER BRENDAN CARR
On the Senate’s Confirmation of Chairman Ajit Pai to a Second Term
WASHINGTON, October 3, 2017—FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr released the following 
statement regarding yesterday’s vote by the United States Senate to confirm FCC Chairman Ajit Pai to a 
second term at the agency. 
“I congratulate Chairman Pai on his confirmation to serve another term at the FCC.  His focus 
on bridging the digital divide, promoting openness and transparency at the agency, and modernizing the 
FCC’s rules are already paying dividends for consumers and entrepreneurs alike.  I look forward to 
continuing to work with him and my fellow Commissioners on policies that will create jobs, promote 
investment, and grow the economy for the benefit of all Americans.”
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This is an unofficial announcement of Commission action.  Release of the full text of a Commission order constitutes official
action.  See MCI v. FCC, 515 F.2d 385 (D.C. Cir. 1974).