The Internet pioneers emphasized in their letter that the proposed order by Pai will eliminate key network neutrality protections. Under the current rules, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) are prohibited blocking content, websites, or apps and slowing or speeding up services. ISPs are also prohibited from charging online services for access or fast lanes to customers.
FCC proposal based on flawed and wrong understanding of the Internet
Additionally, they argued that Pai’s proposal will eliminate oversight over other unreasonable discrimination and practices. It also “removes “long-standing FCC oversight” over ISPs without an adequate replacement to protect consumers, free markets, and online innovation.
According to them, “It is important to understand that the FCC’s proposed Order is based on a flawed and factually inaccurate understanding of Internet technology.”
Under Pai’s proposal, ISPs are only required to be “transparent” regarding the distribution of service. He believes that the current net neutrality rules are “heavy-handed.”
