White House says network neutrality legislation not needed

The White House said legislation was not necessary to settle so-called "network neutrality" rules because the Federal Communications Commission had the authority to write them.

The Obama Administration's comments, while not entirely rebuffing the Congressional Republican legislative effort, could make some Democrats wary of joining it. "In terms of legislation, we don’t believe it’s necessary given that the FCC has the authorities that it needs under Title II," a White House spokesperson said. "However, we always remain open to working with anyone who shares the president's goal of fully preserving a free and open internet now and into the future."