FCC Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel offers remarks during the general session at the 2021 NACo Virtual Legislative Conference.
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FCC Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel Addresses #NACoLeg
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The 2021 NACo Virtual Legislative Conference brought together elected and appointed county officials to focus on federal policies critical to counties.
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