Rhode Island lawmakers seek to counter repeal of net neutrality rules

Lawmakers in Rhode Island have introduced legislation to counter the repeal of federal network neutrality rules. RI state Rep Aaron Regunberg (D-Providence), introduced a bill to allow Rhode Island to preserve net neutrality as much as possible following the Federal Communications Commission’s repeal of the policy. State Rep Regunberg, lieutenant governor candidate, says it would require internet access purchased or funded by the state be provided in an unbiased manner, consistent with net neutrality principles. He says he’s working closely with state Sen Louis DiPalma (D-RI), who introduced a bill to require providers to follow internet service neutrality requirements.