Category Archives: Technology

23 Oct
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Congress Can Strengthen American Manufacturing—And Recycling—Together

October is Manufacturing Month, a time to celebrate the 13 million Americans and $3 trillion in economic activity that make U.S. manufacturing the envy of the world. Building on that success and expanding domestic manufacturing is a stated policy goal ...

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20 Oct
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The Latest Obstacle to Expanding Internet Access via Wireless Spectrum Auctions

One of the positive provisions of the Reconciliation legislation passed Congress in July of this year involved the reauthorization of wireless spectrum auctions for internet connectivity. Spectrum refers to the radio frequencies that wireless devices use to transmit information via ...

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14 Jul
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HLF REPORT—Tobacco Harm Reduction: Policy And Practice

An HLF white paper published today examines the policy landscape surrounding tobacco harm reduction, the use of vaping (e-cigarettes and similar products) in helping nicotine users to quit smoking, and why there is more work to be done in this ...

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09 Apr
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Arkansas Should Protect Kids Online Without Infringing On Free Speech

Arkansas is one of the latest states to take up legislation purporting to protect children on social media.  The Arkansas Senate is considering Senate Bills 611 and 612. These bills are certain to face legal challenges, which will likely be ...

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29 Mar
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Virginia Legislators: Protect Children and Don’t Let the Perfect Be the Enemy of the Good

Earlier this year, Virginia successfully passed Senate Bill 854 to provide greater protections for children in addition to requiring greater parental consent of children on social media. However, proposed changes at the eleventh hour threaten to jeopardize the bill. The ...

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12 Dec
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Kids Online Safety Act Is Fraught With Constitutional And Practical Problems

The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) is being promoted for inclusion on Congress’ year-end to-do list.  The bill’s supporters claim they want to address the growing concern about dangers that underage users face online, especially on social media. But the ...

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28 Jun
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Crucial Industries Like Cybersecurity Are Hurt By Regulatory Threats To Online Learning

As cyber threats grow in sophistication and frequency, the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals has skyrocketed.  Over the past 12 months, Apple, Meta, and Twitter have all disclosed cybersecurity attacks.  Data breaches have been on the rise for years.  Companies ...

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17 Apr
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How Online Education, And The Providers That Make It Possible, Help Create The Workforce of Tomorrow

With advancements in technology and the growing demand for modern skills—in Artificial Intelligence, for example—universities are continuing to recognize the advantages of online learning for non-traditional students and the next generation of the workforce. Students no longer must relocate or ...

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