*Administration of Barack Obama, 2013 *

**Statement on the Resignation of Julius Genachowski as Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission **

*March 22, 2013 *

I want to thank Chairman Genachowski for his dedicated service on behalf of the American people. Over the last 4 years, Julius has brought to the Federal Communications Commission a clear focus on spurring innovation, helping our businesses compete in a global economy, and helping our country attract the industries and jobs of tomorrow. Because of his leadership, we have expanded high-speed Internet access, fueled growth in the mobile sector, and continued to protect the open Internet as a platform for entrepreneurship and free speech. I am grateful for his service and friendship, and I wish Julius the best of luck.

*Categories:* Resignations and Retirements : Federal Communications Commission Chairman, resignation, statement*.*

*Names:* Genachowski, Julius*.*

*Subjects:* Communications : Broadband technology; Communications Commission, Federal.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201300176.