State lawmakers in Maryland were attempting to put price controls on internet content through HB 1069 sponsored by Representative Herman Taylor (D-Montgomery County). In response to their efforts, FreedomWorks’ Maryland chapter launched a grassroots campaign which included hundreds of volunteers calling, emailing, and visiting with legislators to urge them to vote against this ‘net neutrality’ mandate. In addition, FreedomWorks Congressional Action Team Leader Bryan Shuy testified in front of the Maryland House Economic Matters committee against HB 1069.

The Internet socialists are at it again, seeking to convince the state legislature in Maryland to take control of Internet pricing. This idea, so-called "net neutrality" mandates, would not allow Internet service companies to charge different prices for different levels of bandwidth. This is like the government telling a grocery store owner that he can't charge different prices for different brands. This policy is misguided and clearly outside the scope of the government's role.