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Fair, Transparent, and Competitive Internet Naming Act of 2003

Introduced: June 19, 2003 See on congress.gov
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Jul 1, 2003
Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet.
Jun 19, 2003
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jun 19, 2003
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Fair, Transparent, and Competitive Internet Naming Act of 2003 - Directs the Comptroller General (CG) to conduct a study regarding the business practices, procedures, accountability, and administration of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. Requires the CG, in conducting the study, to: (1) provide existing Internet domain registrars a fair opportunity to be heard on the issues studied; and (2) consult with a group of registrar representatives.

Provides a moratorium, beginning on June 19, 2003, and ending 30 days after the CG reports study results to Congress, on any action, decision, or determination to alter the system and procedures for the registration of Internet domain names.

What's happening now July 1, 2003

Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet.

 Committees of jurisdiction 2
 Cosponsors 2
All 2 Democratic 1 Independent 1