HR 96 112th Congress House Science, Technology, Communications Administrative law and regulatory procedures Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Internet and video services Internet, web applications, social media

Internet Freedom Act

Introduced: January 18, 2011 Introduced by: Blackburn, Marsha Republican · Tennessee See on congress.gov

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Feb 1, 2011

Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

Jan 5, 2011

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Jan 5, 2011

Introduced in House

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Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Internet Freedom Act - Prohibits the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from proposing, promulgating, or issuing any regulations with regard to the Internet or IP-enabled services.

Makes such prohibition non-applicable to regulations that are determined necessary to: (1) prevent damage to U.S. national security; (2) ensure public safety; or (3) assist or facilitate any actions taken by federal and state law enforcement agencies.

What's happening now February 1, 2011

Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

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