Republicans passedthe measure 215 to 205 which would overturn Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rule of requiring internet service providers to get customers permission before selling sensitive consumer data such as browsing history. "However, two years ago, the FCC stripped the FTC of its authority over Internet service providers. Broadband Internet Service Providers have access to customer information ranging from physical location to shopping habits and beyond. "Since the dawn of the internet, the FTC has acted as Americas online privacy regulator. The resolution we passed today will protect both consumers and the future of internet innovation by overturning this flawed FCC rule," McCarthy said.

Source: India Today March 29, 2017 00:00 UTC