House Bill 1096
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Promoting Internet Freedom and Innovation Act of 2019
Introduced
Introduced in House on Feb 7, 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
1096
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.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
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.
February 7, 2019
02/07/2019
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
02/07/2019
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Nov 1, 2022 3:47:45 PM