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Introduced
07/17/2018
07/17/2018
In Committee
07/23/2018
07/23/2018
Crossed Over
07/19/2018
07/19/2018
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
SENATE, July 16, 2018 - The committee on Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to protect consumers by prohibiting blocking, throttling, or paid prioritization in the provision of internet service (Senate, No. 2336) (also based on Senate, No. 2376),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act promoting net neutrality and consumer protection” (Senate, No. 2610).
AI Summary
This bill aims to promote net neutrality and consumer protection in the provision of internet service in Massachusetts. It establishes an internet service provider registry to make service quality and network management practices transparent to customers. The bill requires internet service providers to disclose their net neutrality and consumer privacy grades, which are determined by the Department of Telecommunications and Cable based on standards for equal access, prohibiting paid prioritization, and providing customer control over their personal information. The bill also gives state agencies a preference to procure internet service from providers meeting the net neutrality and privacy standards.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2610 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2610.pdf |
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