Stearns concerned network neutrality bill could skip committee vote

Rep. Cliff Stearns (R-FL), ranking member of the House Commerce Communications Subcommittee, is concerned that network neutrality legislation under development by committee Democrats could skip a committee vote and come directly to the floor.

"I am currently reviewing and discussing the proposal provided today on net neutrality. But, I am not clear on why it may be on the House floor without going through the normal committee process. This is important legislation and members need ample time, as well as the rest of the Internet industry, to fully understand its implications," he said.