Tag: Communications and Technology Task Force
Tag: Communications and Technology Task Force (page 2)
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VIDEO: Net Neutrality Explained
Jonathon Hauenschild, Director of the Communications and Technology Task Force, explains what net neutrality really means.
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Principles on Online Privacy
Principles on Online Privacy The American Legislative Exchange Council acknowledges that a market environment is essential for future success of the Internet. The proposed set of policies accounts for…
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Statement of Principles on Municipal and Government-Owned Networks
The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) recognizes the importance of the widespread deployment of advanced communications services. For the vast majority of citizens, these services are provided by private sector…
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Breach of Personal Information Notification Act
Section 1. {Definitions} As used in this Act: “Breach of the security of a system” means the unauthorized access and acquisition of unencrypted and unredacted computerized data that compromises the…
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A Resolution Opposing Government Intervention in the Multichannel Video Programming Distribution Marketplace Through A La Carte or Tiering Requirements
A Resolution Opposing Government Intervention in the Multichannel Video Programming Distribution Marketplace Through A La Carte or Tiering Requirements WHEREAS, it is the mission of the American…
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Nickel and Diming Innovation to Death
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is creating a new tax on Transportation Networking Companies (TNCs) to the tune of $0.20 per ride. Of the $0.20, five cents, or a full jitney nickel, will go to none other than the taxi industry itself.
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Resolution Calling on the Federal Government to Maximize Its Stimulus Support for Broadband Internet Adoption and Use Programs
WHEREAS, among the approximately 95 percent of American households that have access to broadband Internet services, only about 75 percent of U.S. households subscribe[1] and WHEREAS, research shows that a “lack of…
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A Permanent Internet Tax Freedom Act
It only took 18 painstaking years, but the Internet Tax Freedom Act (ITFA) is close to becoming a permanent reality. By an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of 75-20, the U.S. Senate…
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Resolution Regarding Traffic Pumping
WHEREAS, Traffic Pumping (Access Stimulation) is defined as the artificial stimulation of switched access traffic as a result of revenue sharing or “kick-back” arrangements partnering with third parties such as…
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Independent Contractor Definition Act
Model Policy Section 1. {Short Title.} This Act shall be known as the Independent Contractor Definition Act. Section 2. {Legislative Declarations.} (A) Simplifying the rules with respect to independent contractors…
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Travel Agent Tax Fairness Act
Section 1. {Title} This Act may be cited as the “Travel Agent Tax Fairness Act.” Section 2. {Legislative Findings} The Legislature finds that: (A) Travel agents and online travel companies…
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Model State Bill Prohibiting Wireless Handsets in Prisons
Model State Bill Prohibiting Wireless Handsets in Prisons* SEC. xx. PROVIDING OR POSSESSING WIRELESS HANDSETS IN PRISONS. Chapter __ of title __, Revised Statutes of [State] [prohibiting the provision or…
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Resolution on Government Tax Preparation & Electronic Filing
Resolution on Government Tax Preparation & Electronic Filing WHEREAS, a program that is important to the citizens of the United States may be in jeopardy as the result of decisions being…
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Resolution Opposing State and Local Mandates Requiring Warning Labels on Wireless Devices and Packaging
WHEREAS the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has set limits on public exposure of radiofrequency (RF) energy absorbed by users of wireless devices; WHEREAS these limits are given in terms of…
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Resolution Opposing the Expansion of the Federal Trade Commission’s Rulemaking Authority
Resolution Opposing the Expansion of the Federal Trade Commission’s Rulemaking Authority Whereas, it is the mission of ALEC to advance the Jeffersonian principles of free markets, limited government, federalism,…
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A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN UPDATED NATIONAL SPECTRUM POLICY THAT EXPANDS UNLICENSED ACCESS TO SPECTRUM IN THE 5 GHZ AND 6 GHZ BANDS, OR PORTIONS THEREOF, TO MEET INCREASED DEMAND FOR WIRELESS BROADBAND TECHNOLOGIES
A Resolution Supporting the Development of an Updated National Spectrum Policy That Expands Unlicensed Access to Spectrum in the 5 GHZ and 6 GHZ Bands, or Portions Thereof,…
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Local Investment Made Easy (LIME) Act
Model Policy {Title, enacting clause, etc.} To amend relevant sections of [insert state name] securities law to provide for an exception for certain investments. BE IT ENACTED BY…
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Electronic Data Privacy Protection Act
Purpose: The proliferation of Internet-connected and geolocation-enabled devices presents new challenges for state laws protecting personal information from unauthorized search. This model act aims to provide some clarity for the…
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Statement of Principles for Electronic Communications Privacy Act Reform
Statement of Principles for Electronic Communications Privacy Act Reform WHEREAS, it is the mission of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) to advance the principles of free markets,…
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Model Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act
Model Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act Section 1. {Title} This Act may be cited as the “Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act.” Section 2. {General Rule} Access…