Open Internet Act of 2019
- Last Action
- 2/6/2019
Actions
- 2019-02-06Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 2019-02-06Introduced in House
- 2019-02-06Introduced in House
CRS Summary
As of 2019-02-06 (00)
Open Internet Act of 2019
This bill prohibits a provider of broadband internet access service from taking certain actions to restrict content and requires the Federal Communications Commission to enforce such obligations.
Specifically, the bill bars a broadband internet provider from (1) blocking lawful content, applications, or services; (2) prohibiting the use of non-harmful devices; and (3) discriminating in transmitting lawful internet traffic. Additionally, a provider is required to disclose accurate and relevant information regarding price, performance, and network management practices sufficient for consumers to make informed choices and for providers of content, applications, services, and devices to develop and market new internet offerings.
Cosponsors (18)
- Billy Long (R-MO)
- Tim Walberg (R-MI)
- Brett Guthrie (R-KY)
- David McKinley (R-WV)
- Larry Bucshon (R-IN)
- Bill Johnson (R-OH)
- Greg Gianforte (R-MT)
- STEVE CHABOT (R-OH)
- Robert Wittman (R-VA)
- Susan Brooks (R-IN)
- Michael Burgess (R-TX)
- Gus Bilirakis (R-FL)
- Troy Balderson (R-OH)
- Rodney Davis (R-IL)
- Pete Olson (R-TX)
- Brad Wenstrup (R-OH)
- Tom Cole (R-OK)
- Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA)
Subjects
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Administrative remedies
- Civil actions and liability
- Consumer affairs
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
- Internet and video services
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Telecommunication rates and fees
- Telephone and wireless communication
Sourced from Congress.gov (public domain).
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