operators are able to manage this risk because the users in the band are known to each other. If an unlicensed user causes interference, utilities and other en are concerned there may be no way of tracking down the cause of the problem because the user would be unknown. Because of how critical electricity, water, and natural gas services are to our economy and lifestyles, putting these systems at risk would be bad for all. Therefore, the Commission must ensure that these incumbent mission-critical systems are protected. Utilities already plan their systems to withstand all kinds of hazards, including high-risk, low-probability events. The 6 GHz band is a major part of our utilities' playbook for responding to these challenges, and this proposal should not put this playbook at risk. We are well aware of the need to make more spectrum available to meet our nation's wireless needs. Spectrum is a finite resource and we appreciate the Commission's continued efforts to make efficient and effective use of this resource. However, the Commission must ensure it will protect the en users in the 6 GHz band from harmful interference, as many of these en incumbents believe they do not have alternatives to the 6 GHz band. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your response. Sincerely, b«\~ Don Bacon Member of Congress