FCC to Vote on Restoring Net Neutrality
From the FCC:
Media Contact: MediaRelations@fcc.gov
For Immediate Release
FCC TO VOTE ON RESTORING NET NEUTRALITY
Proposal Would Reaffirm the Importance of a National Standard of Broadband Reliability, Security, and Consumer Protection
WASHINGTON, April 3, 2024—FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel today announced the Commission will vote during its April Open Meeting to restore Net Neutrality, which would bring back a national standard for broadband reliability, security, and consumer protection. If adopted, the Chairwoman’s proposal would ensure that broadband services are treated as an essential resource deserving of FCC oversight under Title II authority.
“The pandemic proved once and for all that broadband is essential,” said Chairwoman Rosenworcel. “After the prior administration abdicated authority over broadband services, the FCC has been handcuffed from acting to fully secure broadband networks, protect consumer data, and ensure the internet remains fast, open, and fair. A return to the FCC’s overwhelmingly popular and court-approved standard of net neutrality will allow the agency to serve once again as a strong consumer advocate of an open internet.”