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09/09/08
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Commerce Committee to Hold Hearing on Consumer Benefits of Broadband
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation announces a Full Committee hearing on Why Broadband Matters, scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at 10:00 a.m.

The Committee will receive testimony regarding the consumer benefits of broadband service in areas such as education, job opportunities, telemedicine, and access to government resources.

 
Why Broadband Matters
Full Committee
Date:  Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Time:  10:00 a.m.
Location:  Room 253, Russell Senate Office Building
 
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Public Information Office: 508 Dirksen Senate Office Bldg • Washington, DC 20510-6125
Tel: 202-224-5115
Hearing Room: 253 Russell Senate Office Bldg • Washington, DC 20510-6125
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