Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet; Restoring Internet Freedom".

Bill 118 hjres 153, 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 'Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet; Restoring Internet Freedom'", is a piece of legislation that aims to overturn a rule put forth by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regarding the regulation of the internet.

The rule in question, titled "Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet; Restoring Internet Freedom", was implemented by the FCC in 2017 under the leadership of then-Chairman Ajit Pai. This rule aimed to repeal the Obama-era regulations known as net neutrality, which required internet service providers to treat all internet traffic equally and prohibited them from blocking or slowing down access to certain websites or services.

Supporters of the FCC's rule argue that it promotes competition and innovation in the internet industry by removing government regulations. They believe that repealing net neutrality rules will lead to increased investment in broadband infrastructure and ultimately benefit consumers. On the other hand, opponents of the rule, including many consumer advocacy groups and tech companies, argue that repealing net neutrality protections will allow internet service providers to prioritize certain content over others, potentially leading to a less open and fair internet. They believe that without net neutrality rules, ISPs could potentially throttle internet speeds, block access to certain websites, or create "fast lanes" for companies willing to pay for preferential treatment. Bill 118 hjres 153 seeks to overturn the FCC's rule and reinstate the net neutrality regulations that were in place prior to its implementation. If passed, this legislation would prevent the FCC from enforcing the rule and would require the agency to maintain the previous net neutrality protections. Overall, the passage of Bill 118 hjres 153 would have significant implications for the future of internet regulation in the United States, with proponents and opponents of the FCC's rule both advocating for their respective positions on the issue.