FCC Moves to Restore Net Neutrality Rules Requiring Equal Web Traffic Treatment

The FCC plans to reinstate net neutrality rules that require internet providers to treat all web traffic equally.
Net neutrality was originally passed in 2015 under Obama's presidency but was overturned under Trump.
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel, a long-time champion of net neutrality, announced the effort to revive the rules.
With the swearing in of a 5th commissioner, the FCC now has the votes needed to restore net neutrality.
Broadband industry will likely oppose the move, but net neutrality remains very popular with the public.

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FCC Moves to Restore Net Neutrality Rules Requiring Equal Web Traffic Treatment

The FCC plans to reinstate net neutrality rules that require internet providers to treat all web traffic equally.
Net neutrality was originally passed in 2015 under Obama's presidency but was overturned under Trump.
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel, a long-time champion of net neutrality, announced the effort to revive the rules.
With the swearing in of a 5th commissioner, the FCC now has the votes needed to restore net neutrality.
Broadband industry will likely oppose the move, but net neutrality remains very popular with the public.

techcrunch.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/26/2023

FCC Chair Proposes Reinstating Net Neutrality Rules Banning Traffic Throttling and Paid Prioritization

9/26/2023

Biden Administration to Restore Net Neutrality Rules Repealed Under Trump

The Biden administration plans to restore net neutrality rules that were repealed by the Trump administration, aiming to protect open access to the internet as essential infrastructure.

9/26/2023

FCC to Vote on Reviving Obama-Era Net Neutrality Rules Despite Republican Opposition

9/26/2023

FCC Plans to Restore Net Neutrality Rules Requiring Equal Internet Access

9/28/2023

FCC Proposes Reinstating Net Neutrality to Block Huawei and ZTE Equipment

10/19/2023

FCC Takes First Step Toward Restoring Net Neutrality Rules

10/26/2023

FCC Plans to Restore Net Neutrality Rules Repealed Under Trump

The summary of the text is that the Trump-led FCC repealed net neutrality rules, but now the new Democratic majority is proposing to revive it.