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H.R. 1096

Promoting Internet Freedom and Innovation Act of 2019

Promoting Internet Freedom and Innovation Act of 2019

This bill establishes transparency requirements for a provider of broadband internet service and prohibits a provider from taking certain actions to restrict content.

Specifically, the bill requires a broadband internet provider to disclose accurate management practices, performance information, and commercial terms sufficient for consumers to make informed choices and for entrepreneurs and small businesses to develop, market, and maintain new internet offerings. Additionally a provider is barred from (1) blocking lawful content, applications, or services; (2) prohibiting the use of non-harmful devices; (3) throttling lawful internet traffic; or (4) engaging in paid prioritization.

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5](R-WA)Sponsor
28 cosponsors28 R
28cosponsors1committees3actions2related bills6subjects
  1. IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  2. IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  3. IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Promoting Internet Freedom and Innovation Act of 2019 — Informed