With federal regulators bringing the age of “net neutrality” to an end, Illinois lawmakers are trying to preserve the practice within the state.
House Bill 4819 would require Illinois Internet providers to maintain net neutrality and not limit access to websites based on ideology or “paid prioritization.”
Companies offering Internet in Illinois would also be required to publicly disclose practices that could violate the principle of net neutrality.
New FCC rules that would allow providers to prioritize some sites over others are expected to take effect later this month.