At the end of April, I testified before the House Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. The hearing aimed to gather recommendations on how Congress can strengthen networks and ensure secure, reliable communications for Americans in the face of evolving threats. It was an opportunity to secure the future of American broadband — and an opportunity to clarify the satellite industry’s position in providing it.

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Tom Stroup is president of the Satellite Industry Association.