Reactions to Rep Doyle as House Communications Subcommittee Ranking Member

Rep. Mike Doyle (D-PA) was hearing the applause around DC after he was named the new ranking member of the House Communications Subcommittee.

“Congressman Doyle has a long record of leadership and fighting to promote competition and innovation and protect consumers in communications, internet, and technology markets," said Phillip Berenbroick, senior policy counsel at Public Knowledge. "We look forward to continue working with Congressman Doyle to protect the Open Internet and consumer privacy and promote the deployment of ubiquitous and affordable broadband for all Americans. We also thank Congresswoman Anna Eshoo (D-CA) for her superlative leadership of the Communications and Technology Subcommittee, as well as Congressman Frank Pallone (D-NJ) for his support of consumer protections. We look forward to continuing to work with them both.”

“Ranking Member Doyle brings an enthusiasm and long-term commitment for broadband issues and consumer protection that will be a tremendous asset for the subcommittee," said USTelecom President Jonathan Spalter. "The USTelecom community congratulates Ranking Member Doyle and looks forward to working with him to promote policies that will encourage continued investment and innovation to help expand broadband access and adoption across the nation.”

"[Rep Doyle] has been a long time champion of competitive policies that have driven economic growth and saved consumers and small businesses money,” said said Chip Pickering CEO INCOMPAS. “Representative Doyle understands that technology issues are pocketbook issues and we look forward to working with him on efforts to promote innovation, competition, and small business growth.”

“NAB congratulates Rep. Doyle on his selection as Ranking Member of the Communications and Technology Subcommittee," said National Association of Broadcasters President Gordon Smith, a former senator. "Rep. Doyle is a strong advocate on behalf of consumers and a champion of innovation. We look forward to working with him on pro-growth policies that allow America’s broadcasters to modernize to better serve their local communities.”