Bill > HR5550

This bill directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to create new regulations for broadband internet service providers that require clear and transparent pricing practices. Specifically, providers must state the total, aggregate price for their service as a single, easy-to-understand line item on customer bills and in promotional materials, including clear disclosures about any introductory or time-limited pricing. The bill also prohibits providers from charging several types of fees, including state cost recovery charges, network maintenance fees, local access fees, and technical support fees. For bundled services, providers must still clearly itemize broadband-specific charges. The regulations would apply to all broadband internet access services and require providers to inform customers about price changes approximately 60 and 30 days before any introductory pricing period ends. The goal of the bill is to increase transparency in internet service pricing and prevent providers from obscuring the true cost of broadband through multiple additional fees, thereby potentially lowering overall costs for consumers.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5550/all-info