NATE Applauds Senate Confirmation of Olivia Trusty to the Federal Communications Commission
For Immediate Release:
June 17, 2025
Washington, D.C. – NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association released the following statement applauding the U.S. Senate’s confirmation of Olivia Trusty to serve as a Commissioner on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC):
“NATE congratulates Olivia Trusty on her well-deserved confirmation to the FCC. Olivia brings to the Commission a deep understanding of both telecommunications policy and the real-world infrastructure challenges that shape broadband deployment in America. Her experience on Capitol Hill and with regulatory frameworks uniquely equips her to hit the ground running on day one,” said President & CEO Todd Schlekeway.
“NATE members know firsthand how critical it is to have FCC leadership that appreciates the vital role of our workforce in expanding connectivity. Olivia’s track record demonstrates a strong commitment to closing the digital divide through balanced, pro-growth policies that empower the deployment professionals building out 5G, rural broadband, and emergency communications systems nationwide.
We look forward to working with Commissioner Trusty and the entire Commission to advance shared priorities—streamlining permitting, unlocking more spectrum, enhancing workforce safety, and ensuring America leads the world in wireless innovation,” added Schlekeway.
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NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association
NATE is a non-profit trade association dedicated to providing a unified voice for companies in the diverse tower and communications infrastructure construction, service and maintenance industries. Today the Association boasts approximately 1,005 member companies (mostly small businesses) that construct, service or maintain hundreds of thousands of communications towers and next generation networks throughout the United States and 12 other countries.
