; Whereas the United States is a global leader in developing new technology and fostering digital innovation that has generated significant economic and social advancement and opportunity in the United States and around the world; Whereas many States and localities are streamlining policies to facilitate siting and small cell deployment in support of 5G networks; Whereas modernizing the infrastructure policies of the United States and securing adequate spectrum bands will be essential to the deployment of 5G networks and next-generation wireless technologies, and the realization of all its promised economic and social benefits; and Whereas wireless and wired broadband networks, in addition to other technologies, are essential to closing the digital divide, delivering broadband service to rural areas, creating jobs, and powering economic development and innovation across the United States: Now, therefore, be it