Here is the Hill visit report for the week ending September 14.

Senator John Sununu – Thursday, September 13

We met with Adam Hechavarria of Senator Sununu’s (R-NH) office.  His boss sits on the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee.  Adam is the legislative correspondent who handles Telecom for his boss. Adam was very well versed in amateur radio, and very knowledgeable about BPL and interference.  He spoke about the Manassas test site, and explained that BPL has not gained a lot of popularity in the North East.  Because BPL is not a big player in the broadband arena, he didn’t see the interference problem as much of an issue.  I of course spoke about our view, and suggested that Congress be “proactive” rather “reactive” should BPL gain momentum – and I mentioned the DirecTV offerings.  I reinforced that we are not opposed to BPL, just the interference potential.  Adam admitted that his boss is not a proponent of studies, and generally does not cosponsor or sponsor “study” bills.  I asked if his boss would oppose the bill should it be included in a larger package, and he said he likely did not think his boss would have a problem with the study.  He asked that I keep him posted on the status of S. 1629.