FCC Commissioner Michael O’Rielly Nominated To a Full Term

President Barack Obama has nominated FCC Commissioner Michael O’Rielly to a full term as a Commissioner. Here is FCC Chair Tom Wheeler’s statement on that news.

Mike O’Rielly and I were confirmed together for his first short term and I look forward to continuing to work with him in his new longer term. Commissioner O’Rielly is deeply committed to the goal of improving the lives of the American people though communications technology, and his intellect and work ethic have made him a tremendous asset to the agency.

Here  is Commissioner Clyburn’s statement.

I want to congratulate my friend and colleague, Commissioner Mike O’Rielly, on his re-nomination to the FCC.  During his short time here, Commissioner O’Rielly has proven to be a focused, thoughtful and dedicated voice on the important issues we review.  His insights garnered from years of Congressional service have brought a welcome context to the work of this Commission.  I look forward to continuing our work together on behalf of the public interest and the American people.

Here is Commissioner Rosenworcel’s statement.

I have had the privilege of working in public service with Commissioner O’Rielly for some time. I have always respected his dedication and concern for the issues before the Commission and his commitment to public service. I look forward to continuing to work with him and I congratulate him on President Obama announcing his intent to renominate him for the position of FCC Commissioner.

Here is Commissioner Pai’s statement.

I am delighted that President Obama has decided to nominate Commissioner O’Rielly for a new term at the FCC.  During his time at the Commission, he has been a strong advocate for economic freedom and modernizing our regulations to keep pace with today’s marketplace.  Mike has also been a trusted friend and colleague.  I look forward to continuing to work with him in the months and years to come.

Here is Commissioner O’Rielly’s statement.

I am extremely humbled and appreciative of the action by President Obama to consider and approve my nomination to a new term as a Commissioner at the Federal Communications Commission.  In my tenure at the Commission, I have appreciated the opportunity to work with my colleagues and the great people at this institution on the dynamic communications policy issues before us.

 The announcement by the President is an important step in the process, and I respect and honor the role that the U.S. Senate will undertake to consider my nomination as it determines appropriate.