Republicans Raise Concerns About FCC’s Broadband Regulations

Published on November 30, 2023

Republicans and a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) official have expressed concerns about the Biden administration’s attempts to increase regulatory control over the Internet and affiliated services. In a recent hearing before the Communications and Technology Subcommittee on Nov. 30, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel faced scrutiny from House Energy and Commerce Full Committee Chairwoman Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) and FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr. The hearing, titled “Oversight of President Biden’s Broadband Takeover,” delved into the implications of the proposed changes to the FCC’s role and authority in regulating interstate and international communications. The White House announced their plan to bolster broadband by spending $42 billion to make access to high-speed broadband universal by 2030. Of concern to some in attendance was Ms. Rosenworcel’s related proposal to restore net neutrality rules and re-establish the FCC’s authority over broadband providers under Title II....

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