Economists have long recognized that technological innovation and enhanced communication increase productivity and reduce friction in economic activity. And never before has technology’s impact on economic growth been as evident as it is today.
At IPI, we focus on technology and communications policy not only because it’s critical to economic growth, but also because government’s inherent tendency to regulate prospectively poses an active threat to the economic gains and lifestyle enhancements made possible by technological innovation.
The communications and technology industries are among the country’s most competitive and the biggest capital investors in the U.S. economy, and are thus prime engines of economic growth and job creation. It is critical that public policy encourages continued innovation and investment in the tech sector, and that we don’t limit the innovation upside with counterproductive taxes and regulations.
Those Greedy Cities
When government imposes costs on companies, they end up being passed along in the form of higher prices.
It's Been a Very Good Year for Broadband Since Repeal of Internet Regulation
The internet got dramatically better in the year since internet regulations were reversed.
Taking a BAT to the Wayfair Decision
Congress is already thinking about how to restore the notion of taxation only with representation—i.e., restore a physical-presence standard, by simplifying business activity taxes (BAT).
Jerry Brown, Meet the Constitution
California's effort to regulate the internet ignores the Constitution's Commerce Clause, even though the internet is the very definition of interstate commerce.
Jerry Brown, Meet the Constitution
California's effort to regulate the internet ignores the Constitution's Commerce Clause, even though the internet is the very definition of interstate commerce.
Driverless Cars Are Driving Safer Roads in Texas
Surveys show that much of the public is concerned about driverless cars; but pilot programs in Texas will hopefully dispel those fears.
Government Must Put Innovation First in Communications Innovation, Including 5G
There is a role for government to play in the 5G rollout, and it’s not more regulation—it’s removing government impediments so the private sector can build infrastructure as quickly and as efficiently as possible.
Coalition Letter Urging Rejection of the Title II CRA
Conservative groups urge House Republicans to reject a pending Congressional Review Act (CRA) measure that seeks to re-implement Obama Administration overreaching, anti-consumer internet regulations.
Coalition Letter in Support of Email Privacy Act
Coalition letter expressing support for the Email Privacy Act which was recently included in the House passed version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019.
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