WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Federal Communications Commission has issued a rule called: Empowering Broadband Consumers Through Transparency.
The rule was published in the Federal Register on Aug. 13 by Aleta Bowers, Federal Register Liaison Officer, Office of the Secretary.
Summary: In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) eliminates or modifies certain broadband label requirements to ensure that consumers have clear, accurate, and concise information when shopping for broadband plans. Specifically, the Commission enables providers to describe label information in a natural, conversational style over the phone; simplify fee presentation to avoid clutter; remove outdated information from the label; use links or icons...