Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: Prevention and Elimination of Digital Discrimination".

3/6/2024, 8:15 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 118 hjres 107, also known as the "Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to 'The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: Prevention and Elimination of Digital Discrimination'", is a piece of legislation that aims to challenge a rule proposed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regarding digital discrimination.

The rule in question, part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, seeks to prevent and eliminate digital discrimination in the United States. Digital discrimination refers to the unequal treatment or access to digital resources and services based on factors such as race, income, or geographic location.

The bill proposes to disapprove of this rule under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to challenge and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies like the FCC. Supporters of the bill argue that the FCC's rule could potentially stifle innovation and limit access to digital resources for marginalized communities. They believe that the rule may not effectively address the root causes of digital discrimination and could have unintended consequences. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that digital discrimination is a real issue that needs to be addressed through regulatory measures. They believe that the FCC's rule is a step in the right direction towards ensuring equal access to digital resources for all Americans. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 107 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding digital discrimination and the role of government regulation in addressing this issue.
Congress
118

Number
HJRES - 107

Introduced on
2024-01-30

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/30/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 118 hjres 107, also known as the "Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to 'The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: Prevention and Elimination of Digital Discrimination'", is a piece of legislation that aims to challenge a rule proposed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regarding digital discrimination.

The rule in question, part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, seeks to prevent and eliminate digital discrimination in the United States. Digital discrimination refers to the unequal treatment or access to digital resources and services based on factors such as race, income, or geographic location.

The bill proposes to disapprove of this rule under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to challenge and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies like the FCC. Supporters of the bill argue that the FCC's rule could potentially stifle innovation and limit access to digital resources for marginalized communities. They believe that the rule may not effectively address the root causes of digital discrimination and could have unintended consequences. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that digital discrimination is a real issue that needs to be addressed through regulatory measures. They believe that the FCC's rule is a step in the right direction towards ensuring equal access to digital resources for all Americans. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 107 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding digital discrimination and the role of government regulation in addressing this issue.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: Prevention and Elimination of Digital Discrimination".

Policy Areas
Science, Technology, Communications

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.