The biggest target will be net neutrality, a rule created in 2015 that prevents internet service providers from blocking or discriminating against internet traffic. But if a provider like AT&T provides free streaming of its DirecTV programs, does that violate net neutrality rules because it could put competing video services at a disadvantage? The reclassification of broadband into a utilitylike service akin to telephones and electricity provided the legal foundation of net neutrality rules. Advertisement Continue reading the main storyCongress could introduce legislation that limits the agency’s ability to regulate broadband providers and enforce net neutrality rules. Democrats in Congress said they would fight legislation that will water down net neutrality rules.

Source: New York Times February 05, 2017 19:34 UTC