WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwired - June 20, 2016) - The following statement is from USHCC President & CEO Javier Palomarez:

"In a comment we submitted to the FCC (http://bit.ly/1UdCJnT) along with other diverse Chambers of Commerce in April, we argued that the FCC's goal of saving consumers money could be better met through accelerating the deployment of video apps. This new 'Ditch the Box' proposal lays out a framework for achieving exactly this outcome -- while protecting our members, the diverse programmers creating jobs and content in our communities. Ditching leased boxes will save consumers money, while the use of open standards and a commitment to cross-app search will infuse even more innovation into the market for video devices and services. The FCC should embrace this framework as a better path forward."

About the USHCC

The USHCC actively promotes the economic growth, development and interests of more than 4.1 million Hispanic-owned businesses, that combined, contribute over $661 billion to the American economy every year. It also advocates on behalf of 260 major American corporations and serves as the umbrella organization for more than 200 local chambers and business associations nationwide. For more information, visit ushcc.com. Follow us on Twitter @USHCC.