WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 17, 2025 – America’s Public Television Stations (APTS) today issued the following statement on the confirmation of Olivia Trusty to serve as commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC):
“America’s Public Television Stations congratulate Commissioner Trusty on her confirmation to serve on the FCC,” said APTS president and CEO Kate Riley.
“Commissioner Trusty brings an impressive background in public service and the private sector to her new responsibilities at the FCC. Having staffed multiple congressional committees with jurisdiction over telecommunications and technology issues, including as Policy Director for the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, Commissioner Trusty’s deep knowledge of communications and technology issues will serve the FCC and the American people well.
“We look forward to working with Commissioner Trusty, and the entire Commission, to advance public television’s missions of providing lifesaving public safety services during emergencies, educating America’s children and connecting communities by celebrating their hometown heroes and local history.”
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Jennifer Kieley
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jkieley@apts.org