Certainty Quote by Michael O'Rielly
“I know that there is a near unanimous view in Congress that state or local taxes on Internet access would directly deter the ability of consumers to obtain and utilize the Internet. If that is an accepted premise, as it should be, the same concept should apply to the net neutrality debate and its certainty to increase consumer bills.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Testimony on Net Neutrality, 2015
If taxes on internet access raise costs, similar fees from net neutrality could also increase consumer bills.
In simple terms: Taxes on internet could raise prices like net neutrality fees.
Key Takeaway
Consider cost impacts before policy changes.
Themes
economics
policy
technology
consumer protection
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- legislative debate
- consumer billing
- internet service pricing
Key Concepts
regulation
public utility
market dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How would net neutrality fees affect low‑income users?
- Are there alternatives to protect consumers without raising costs?
A Different Perspective
Policy may overlook benefits of open internet.
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