H.R. 2902 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
Broadband Internet Fairness Act
H.R. 2902 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) was introduced on Jun 16, 2009, sponsored by Eric Massa with 6 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jun 16, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 6
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
What it does
Broadband Internet Fairness Act - Makes it unlawful for major broadband Internet service providers to offer volume usage service plans imposing rates, terms, and conditions that are unjust, unreasonable, or unreasonably discriminatory. Treats a violation as an unfair or deceptive act or practice under the Federal Trade Commission Act.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Eric Massa (D-NY). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 16, 2009
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection. (Jun 17, 2009)
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