FCC Votes to Restore Net Neutrality Rules, Reversing Trump-Era Repeal
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Communications Commission voted 3-2 along party lines on Thursday to restore net neutrality rules, reclassifying broadband internet as a telecommunications service under Title II of the Communications Act. The decision, made at a public meeting in the nation’s capital, reinstates regulations that prevent internet service providers from blocking, throttling, or prioritizing online content. Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel stated that the measure aims to ensure an open and fair internet for consumers and businesses. The vote reverses a 2017 repeal under the previous administration, which had deregulated the industry. Commission critics argued the rules could stifle investment. The FCC’s action will take effect upon publication in the Federal Register, with compliance deadlines expected later this year.