Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet; Restoring Internet Freedom".
118-HJRES-153118th CongressIntroduced May 23, 2024Science, Technology, Communications
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Status
Introduced
Committee
Floor Vote
Other Chamber
Signed
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Sponsor
Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5](R-OH-5)8 cosponsors
Summary
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) titled Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet; Restoring Internet Freedom and published on May 22, 2024. The rule classifies broadband internet as a telecommunications service for purposes of FCC regulation and prohibits broadband providers from blocking or slowing traffic to lawful content and from engaging in paid prioritization arrangements. (These provisions are commonly referred to as net neutrality rules.)
Actions (4)
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
May 31, 2024House committee actions
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
May 23, 2024House floor actions
Introduced in House
May 23, 2024Library of Congress
Introduced in House
May 23, 2024Library of Congress