Washington, Oct. 2 -- Congressman Rob Menendez issued the following press release:
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced the bipartisan Submarine Cable Security Policy Act of 2026, which would streamline the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC") permitting process for undersea cables while carefully vetting projects for national security concerns.
"Submarine cables are critical to our economy and national security, carrying the internet and communications traffic that Americans rely on every day," said Congressman Menendez. "I am proud to co-lead this bipartisan legislation with Rep. Pfluger to establish a clear and consistent permitting process, provide greater certainty fo...