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 Meeting
Friday, July 26, 2024
9:15 AM – 12:15 PM MDT
Call to Order and Introductions
Discussion – SCOTUS Update on Communications and Technology Cases
Discussion – Lessons Learned from the First Big Year of Generative AI
Discussion – State Broadband Policy Update
Discussion – Regulatory Overreach at the FTC and FCC
Consideration of Model Policy – Statement of Principles on Teen Use of Social Media
Consideration of Model Policy – Model State Artificial Intelligence Act
Consideration of Model Policy- First Amendment Preservation Act
All Model Policies
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First Amendment Preservation Act Draft
SECTION 1 DEFINITIONS As used in this Code section, the term: (a) ‘Agency’ means any entity of this state, including any department, agency, division, council, bureau, board, commission, political subdivision, public corporation, primary or secondary educational institutions, university system, or authority. (b) ‘Company’ means any sole…
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Model State Artificial Intelligence Act Draft
Section 1. {Statement of Purpose} (1) The [LEGISLATIVE BODY] finds the following: (a) WHEREAS, artificial intelligence (AI) represents the next great tool for human flourishing, artistic creativity, increased productivity, and economic growth; (b) WHEREAS, AI also represents a major area of competition between American…
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ALEC Statement of Principles for Teen Use of Social Media Draft
Laws and regulations governing the safety of teens (ages 13-18) and their use of social media should be consistent with the principles outlined below. It is without dispute that the safety and well-being of children and teens should be of priority for social media platforms and policymakers. Social media platforms…
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Stop Deepfake CSAM Act Final
Section 1. {Title} This Act may be cited as the Stop Deepfake CSAM Act. Section 2. {Definitions} “Deepfake” means any visual media created, altered, or otherwise manipulated in a manner that would falsely appear to a reasonable observer to be an authentic record of the individual’s actual speech, conduct, or…
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Stop Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Deepfake Media Act Final
Section 1. {Title} This Act may be cited as the Stop Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Deepfake Media Act. Section 2. {Definitions} “Deepfake” means any visual media created, altered, or otherwise manipulated in a manner that would falsely appear to a reasonable observer to be an authentic record of a natural…
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Open Access to Vertiports Act Final
Policy. It is the policy of this state to promote the development of a network of vertiports that will provide equitable access to citizens of this state who may benefit from advanced air mobility operations for cargo and passenger service, and to avoid any vertiport monopolization or discrimination, by: (i)…