In April, the Federal Communications Commission voted to restore net neutrality protections, but the process is facing obstacles as the Sixth Circuit US Court of Appeals has temporarily blocked the rules from taking effect due to legal challenges from broadband providers. The rules classify broadband services as essential communications resources, allowing the FCC to regulate services and prevent providers from offering paid prioritization or blocking specific websites. However, opponents argue that the rules will deter investors. The court stated that the FCC failed to meet the requirements for imposing such regulations and that net neutrality requires clear congressional authorization. Net neutrality rules were first approved in 2015 and were rolled back under the Trump administration, only to be reinstated by the FCC with a scheduled start date of July 22. The rules have been delayed until August 5, with oral arguments set for late October or early November.
