Wi-Fi Stakeholders Letter to the U.S. Congressional Committees
Dear Chairman Cruz, Ranking Member Cantwell, Chairman Guthrie, and Ranking Member Pallone:
On behalf of the diverse ecosystem of American technology companies and associations that rely on Wi-Fi connectivity, we write to update the committees on the United States’ successful use of the 6 GHz band since it was designated for unlicensed use under the first Trump Administration. American companies are leading Wi-Fi development and helping to ensure United States’ leadership in international competitiveness, fostering innovation, and driving economic growth. The 6 GHz band constitutes the foundation for Wi-Fi’s continued development and growth, because the band’s characteristics are perfectly suited to indoor networking that is the hallmark of Wi-Fi, while being flexible enough to support targeted outdoor uses. In locations ranging from small businesses and homes to stadiums, hospitals, schools, wearables, and advanced manufacturing, Wi-Fi is the workhorse of the internet.