FCC to Vote on Restoring Net Neutrality Rules

The FCC plans to vote on April 25 to restore net neutrality rules that were gutted in 2017
Net neutrality treats broadband as an essential service and gives the FCC more authority over ISPs
Goal is preventing ISPs from unfair pricing, blocking content, throttling speeds, or paid prioritization
Vote made possible by new Democrat FCC majority after lengthy confirmation process for Gigi Sohn
FCC says pandemic proved broadband is essential; new rules will ensure internet remains fast, open, and fair