Bill Sponsor
House Bill 1006
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Open Internet Act of 2019
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on Feb 6, 2019
Overview
Text
Sponsor
Introduced
Feb 6, 2019
Latest Action
Feb 6, 2019
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
The primary form of legislative measure used to propose law. Depending on the chamber of origin, bills begin with a designation of either H.R. or S. Joint resolution is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
1006
Congress
116
Policy Area
Science, Technology, Communications
Science, Technology, Communications
Primary focus of measure is natural sciences, space exploration, research policy and funding, research and development, STEM education, scientific cooperation and communication; technology policies, telecommunication, information technology; digital media, journalism. Measures concerning scientific education may fall under Education policy area.
Sponsorship by Party
House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary

Open Internet Act of 2019

This bill prohibits a provider of broadband internet access service from taking certain actions to restrict content and requires the Federal Communications Commission to enforce such obligations.

Specifically, the bill bars a broadband internet provider from (1) blocking lawful content, applications, or services; (2) prohibiting the use of non-harmful devices; and (3) discriminating in transmitting lawful internet traffic. Additionally, a provider is required to disclose accurate and relevant information regarding price, performance, and network management practices sufficient for consumers to make informed choices and for providers of content, applications, services, and devices to develop and market new internet offerings.

Text (1)
February 6, 2019
Actions (2)
02/06/2019
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
02/06/2019
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Nov 1, 2022 3:32:53 PM