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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

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January 29, 2015

Robin Colwell, (202) 418-2013

Robin.Colwell@fcc.gov

STATEMENT OF COMMISSIONER MICHAEL O'RIELLY ON

THE CONCLUSION OF THE AWS-3 AUCTION

The conclusion of today's AWS-3 auction reemphasizes that licensed spectrum is valued

more highly than ever in the marketplace. Credit needs to be given to Congress, especially

Chairmen Upton and Walden, for its leadership in setting forth the directives that allowed for

such a successful outcome. I'm excited to see this spectrum put to good use by winning bidders,

transforming our current wireless broadband networks for the benefit of American consumers.

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