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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to promote net neutrality and consumer protection. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
AI Summary
This bill seeks to promote net neutrality and consumer protection in Massachusetts. It establishes an internet service provider (ISP) registry to make information about ISP service quality and network management practices publicly available. The bill requires ISPs to disclose their net neutrality and consumer privacy practices, and allows the Department of Telecommunications and Cable to grade ISPs on these metrics. ISPs must display the Massachusetts Net Neutrality and Consumer Privacy Seal if they meet the department's standards, which prohibit paid prioritization and provide customers a mechanism to opt-out of third-party access to their personal information. The bill also gives the department authority to regulate ISP compliance with these provisions.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2552 (on 02/20/2020)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1936 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1936.pdf |
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