BATTLE FOR NEUTRALITY.

• Position: STATE LINE

Washington lawmakers were the nation's first to enact a bill restoring the net neutrality rules rescinded by the Federal Communications Commission. The measure, sponsored by Representative Drew Hansen (D), applies to all internet service providers operating in the state and outlaws blocking or slowing content or charging more for faster delivery of certain sites. The FCC argues that net neutrality regulations stifle business and has stated that it would pre-empt...