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STEARNS RECEIVING "SPIRIT OF INNOVATION" AWARD FROM THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION

STEARNS HONORED FOR HIS STRONG RECORD IN SUPPORT OF INNOVATION IN THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY

 
 

Washington, Apr 7, 2008 - The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) is presenting its "Spirit of Innovation" Award to Rep. Cliff Stearns (R-FL) at the group's Ninth Annual Spring Policy Summit in Washington, D.C. Stearns is the Republican Leader on the House Telecommunications and the Internet Subcommittee. In addition to receiving the award, Stearns will provide the keynote address to the TIA membership at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, April 8th in the Atrium Hall of the Ronald Reagan Building. The TIA membership represents the information, communications, and entertainment industry.

"The convergence of information and telecommunications technologies are revolutionizing the way we live and work," said Stearns. "These innovations create new services and industries, and we must ensure that our nation continues to lead in these new developments."