Today, the SpaceConnect Association releases the following statement, attributable to Executive Director David Redl:

“SpaceConnect congratulates Danielle Thumann Severs on her nomination to serve as FCC Commissioner. Her deep communications policy expertise and commitment to public service will make her a great asset to the Commission at an important time for American leadership in communications and space.

We’d also like to extend congratulations to Jennifer Gilsenan, who takes over as Acting Chief of the Space Bureau. She brings a wealth of satellite and spectrum expertise to the role, and we look forward to working with her to advance forward-looking policies for the space economy. We are grateful for the outgoing Space Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz’s partnership and leadership. ”