House votes to block a rule that would require internet service providers to ask permission to sell personal data to advertisers. The rule would have been one of the strongest in the U.S. Congress. Opponents say it’s unfair to consumers who have no choice but to opt out. The new rule would not have covered Facebook and other online services such as Netflix and Google. President Obama is expected to sign the measure on March 28, but Republicans want it to be overturned by the end of the year.”]
Source: https://www.cuinfosecurity.com/fcc-privacy-rule-presidential-signature-away-from-being-axed-a-9801