FCC Votes This Week On Net Neutrality

The FCC has announced its agenda for an Open Meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2024. During this meeting, the FCC will vote on several other important matters:

Net Neutrality Rules: The FCC plans to reinstate landmark net neutrality rules that were rescinded under former President Donald Trump. Net neutrality refers to the principle that internet service providers should enable access to all content and applications regardless of the source, without favoring or blocking specific products or websites. The move aims to ensure that broadband access remains fast, open, and fair.

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The reinstatement of these rules has been a priority for President Joe Biden, who encouraged the FCC to take this step. Democrats now hold a majority on the five-member FCC, allowing them to move forward with this decision.

National Suicide Hotline Act of 2018: The FCC will also address the implementation of the National Suicide Hotline Act of 2018.

Unspecified Enforcement Actions: Additionally, the FCC will vote on a number of unspecified enforcement actions.

FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel emphasized the importance of broadband as an essential service, especially highlighted during the pandemic. The upcoming vote aims to restore net neutrality and ensure equitable access to the digital age for all.

Despite the 2017 repeal, several states have already implemented their own net neutrality laws or regulations, demonstrating the ongoing significance of this issue.