McCain Bill Would Ban FCC Internet Regulations2009-10-23 10:13 by DanielaTags: FCC
It was good while it lasted. Just when it seemed like net neutrality stakeholders had reached a cautious consensus on Thursday's proposed Federal Communications Commission rules, our favorite maverick stepped in with an idea of his own. Sen. John McCain, an Arizona Republican, introduced a bill Thursday that would prohibit the FCC from enacting rules that would regulate the Internet. The FCC "shall not propose, promulgate, or issue any regulations regarding the Internet or IP-enabled services," according to the bill text. Exceptions are made for national security, public safety, to assist with actions taken by a federal or state law enforcement agency, or to ensure the solvency of the universal service fund. Read more -here-
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