Communications and Technology
Task Force Description
With nearly 200 members representing all parts of the country and every segment of industry, the Communications and Technology Task Force believes that constant, dynamic innovation in communications and technology presents numerous complexities that defy traditional public policy prescriptions. To help policymakers understand the changes underway in the 21st century economy, the Task Force brings together state legislators, private industry, and policy experts to develop public policies that will promote economic growth, freedom of technology, and innovation in the states.
Areas of focus for the Task Force include: 1) broadband deployment and adoption; 2) protecting consumer choice in privacy; 3) promoting new forms of e-commerce; and 4) growing the high-tech sector of the economy. Additionally, the Task Force has established five subcommittees to thoroughly investigate topics of interest to the states. These subcommittees are: Broadband; E-Commerce; Information Technology; Innovation; and Consumer Protection, Critical Infrastructure, and Security Technologies.
Meeting Information
Communications and Technology Task Force
- Subcommittee Meeting
- Tuesday, July 14, 2026
- 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
- Task Force Meeting
- Friday, July 24, 2026
- 9:15 AM – 12:15 PM EST
Task Force Meeting Agenda
- 9:15 AM – Call to Order and Member Introductions
- Task Force Announcements and Subcommittee Report
- Guest Speaker: Utah’s State-Endorsed Digital Identity (SEDI) Initiative
- Policy Presentation: Broadband Policy Update
- Policy Presentation: Wireless and Telecom Policy Update
- Policy Presentation: Artificial Intelligence, Chatbots, and Online Safety
- Policy Presentation: Online Social Plus Games in Digital Entertainment
- Consideration of New Model Policies:
- Digital Infrastructure & Ratepayer and Resource Protection Accord
- Artificial Intelligence Mental Health Transparency and Accountability Act
- Right of Publicity and Malicious Deepfake Act
- Combatting Internet Crimes Against Children Act
- Common Law Privacy and Consumer Protection Act
- 12:15 PM – Good of the Order and Adjournment
All Model Policies
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Digital Infrastructure & Ratepayer and Resource Protection Accord Final
I. Data Centers Are Critical Technology Infrastructure Data centers are critical technology infrastructure. The capacity, speed, and reliability of a state’s digital footprint directly affect its ability to attract technology investment, support innovation, and enable businesses of all sizes — particularly small businesses, startups, and rural enterprises — to compete…
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Artificial Intelligence Mental Health Transparency and Accountability Act Final
PREAMBLE The Legislature finds and declares that: (a) Artificial intelligence technology represents a historic opportunity to expand access to mental health support, reduce the burden on overstretched mental health professionals , and reach individuals dealing with mental health concerns who would otherwise receive no care…
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Guaranteeing Rights Against Novel International Tyranny and Extortion – Defensive Provisions (GRANITE) Act – Foreign Censorship Shield Final
Section 1. Short Title. This Act may be cited as the “[State] GRANITE Act.” Section 2. Legislative Findings. The [State] Legislature finds that: (a) [State] has a strong public policy favoring robust protection of speech, association, and innovation, including digital communication,…
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Combatting Internet Crimes Against Children Act Final
Section 1. Definitions (A) “Affiliate” means a local law enforcement agency in this State which has a current memorandum of understanding with an established internet crimes against children task force or which has been designated by the [DEPARTMENT] as being in good standing. (B) “Good Standing” means a local law enforcement…
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Resolution in Support of Non-Discriminatory Property Tax Policies on Communication Networks Final
WHEREAS, American consumers have come to rely on high speed communications networks constructed by communications providers to improve their overall quality of life including in the areas of healthcare, education, business, emergency services, and other purposes; and WHEREAS, communications providers must make sizeable investments to keep pace with consumer demand…
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Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Resolution Final
WHEREAS, digital goods and services include, but are not limited to: downloaded, streaming, or remotely-accessed consumer content, such as music, video; books, software, and video games; cloud-based services; and certain business-to-business products provided or accessed over the Internet; and WHEREAS, states define “digital products” or similar term, which includes a…