Doyle Praises FCC Open Internet Plan

Feb 4, 2015 Issues: Job Creation and Economic Growth, Telecommunications and the Internet
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (D-PA-14) issued the following statement today in response to Federal Communications Commission’s release today of it draft proposal to protect the Open Internet:
 
“Chairman Wheeler’s proposed rules would significantly benefit the American people and the Internet at large.  The proposal by the Chairman recognizes the need for strong enforceable rules that will protect consumers at the last mile and edge providers looking to provide innovative and competitive new services. It would enable the Internet to continue to be an open platform for innovation and investment.
 
“The Chairman’s proposal rightly recognizes the importance of wireless – and the need for these rules to apply broadly to the way most Americans increasingly access the web on a daily basis.  As more of us use our smart phones every day to get online, it is critical that strong Net Neutrality protections ensure that these platforms are open and competitive.
 
“These rules also set up a much needed framework that would enable the FCC to ensure that edge providers can continue to provide new and innovative services to consumers, without having to pay tolls or gatekeeper fees in order to access or interconnect with an ISP’s network.
 
“Finally, the proposed rules continue the Chairman’s commitment to increasing competition in the broadband marketplace by giving new entrants competitive access to broadband infrastructure essential for new build outs.
 
“I applaud the Chairman for listening to the millions of Americans who filed comments in this proceeding and made the case for strong rules and strong action.  This is their victory, and it shows that Americans have the power to make their voices heard and shape government policy.”
 
 
Click here for the Federal Communications Commission’s official announcement of the proposed Open Internet Rules
 
###