GOP-Run Washington in 2025 Could Void Pending FCC Regulations
The Congressional Review Act could threaten new broadband rules teed up by FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel

The Congressional Review Act could threaten new broadband rules teed up by FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel
WASHINGTON, June 24, 2024 – A 1996 law gives Congress and the President the power to overturn federal regulations issued within 60 legislative days prior to final adjournment each year.
The Congressional Review Act, passed to give Congress more oversight over administrative agencies, could potentially endanger newly adopted regulations under FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.
The Federal Communications Commission is seeking comment on the proposal.
The efforts are not termed ‘investigations,’ but - signed only by Democrats - demand answers from Carr.
Regional ISP urged regulators to adopt reforms modeled on federal rules.
Wulfsen argued that fiber is a better long-term investment than satellite.