A proposed California bill would mandate affordable broadband access, establishing $15 plans with specific speed requirements. Broadband lobbyists raised concerns about multiple state-level initiatives seeking to regulate ISPs, such as net neutrality and utility classifications. Historical attempts by the FCC, particularly under Ajit Pai, to preempt state regulations have failed in court, reaffirming that states can legislate broadband access. ISPs continue to challenge state laws, hoping for a more favorable court ruling, but recent court decisions reinforce states' regulatory powers over broadband, especially regarding affordability and access.
In the ongoing debate over broadband regulation, ISPs are expressing concerns over state-level proposals, fearing increased oversight and potential anticompetitive regulations.
The FCC's previous attempts at deregulation and preemption fail to remove state authority to legislate on broadband affordability and access, as courts affirm state rights.
ISPs maintain their stance against state laws, hoping for a future court ruling that may validate their preemption claims, despite recent legal setbacks.
The court ruling confirmed that the FCC cannot preempt state laws in areas where it has no regulatory authority, thereby affirming states' rights over broadband regulation.
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