Subject: From the Desk of Mark Walker
Mark Walker 6th District, North Carolina 1305 longworth HOUSE OFFICE BLDG WASHINGTON, DC 20515 (202) 225-3065 |  | Committee on oversight and government reform COMMITTEE ON House Administration | |
| July 19, 2017 | |||
| Ms. Katie E. Main 3101 Poplar Springs Church Rd Sanford, NC 27330-2522 Dear Ms. Main: Thank you for contacting me regarding the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) notice of proposed rulemaking on 2015 "net neutrality" rules. I appreciate hearing from you and the time you took to share your opinion on this important matter. Like you, I believe that the government should encourage a regulatory framework that enhances free market competition in the web-based sector of our economy. In 2015, the FCC issued "net neutrality" rules that changed internet service providers' (ISPs) classification under the Telecommunications Act. The rules reclassified ISPs from Title I to Title II, which places burdensome requirements on ISPs and gives preference to web services companies. Rather than rely on the heavy hand of government, we should trust the ingenuity of American enterprises, through competition, to provide the best situation for American consumers. Recently, the chairman of the FCC, Ajit Pai, has announced his intent to reverse the 2015 "net neutrality" rules. This change would return light-touch, regulatory framework established with bipartisan support during the Clinton Administration. While this falls under the jurisdiction of the FCC, net neutrality is a complex issue and amendments to the Telecommunications Act may be necessary. It is the responsibility of Congress to ensure the Internet continues to remain a beacon of free enterprise, free speech and opportunity without being plagued by excessive regulations. Thank you again for your feedback. I will keep your thoughts in mind if any legislation concerning this issue comes to the House floor for a vote. If you have additional questions, or if I can ever help you or your family, do not hesitate to contact me or my staff at 202-225-3065 or 336-333-5005. I also encourage you to connect with our office on social media and sign up for my e-newsletter to receive regular updates on the work I am doing on your behalf in Congress. Please visit walker.house.gov/contact for all the ways to contact my office. It is an honor to represent you. | |||
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