FCC Proposes To Reinstate Net Neutrality

The Federal Communications Commission recently adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to reestablish its authority over broadband internet access service (BIAS) by reinstating its net neutrality rules. The NPRM largely follows the framework set out in an order adopted by the FCC in 2015 during the Obama administration (the 2015 Order), which was repealed by the FCC in 2017 during the Trump administration (the 2017 Order). The FCC is now seeking comment on how developments since the 2015 and 2017 orders may affect that framework and the need for such rules. Public comments are due on December 14, 2023, and reply comments are due on January 17, 2024.

History of Net Neutrality at the FCC