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Estimated State-Level Employment Impact of Enhancing Federal R&D Tax Incentives
Tax incentives for research and development (R&D) in America are less generous than in comparable countries—and now prevent firms from expensing the full value of R&D investments in the first year. Enhancing R&D tax incentives would create high-paying jobs across the country.
The Looming Cost of a Patchwork of State Privacy Laws
In the absence of a federal privacy law, a growing patchwork of state laws burdens companies with multiple, duplicative compliance costs. The out-of-state costs from 50 such laws could exceed $1 trillion over 10 years, with at least $200 billion hitting small businesses.
How Congress and the Biden Administration Could Jumpstart Smart Cities With AI
AI promises to help cities save money, address infrastructure needs, and reduce emissions. But to unlock these benefits and help smart cities reach their full potential, the federal government has an important role to play in funding RD&D and facilitating cooperation.
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October 24, 2024|Events
The Conservative Weaponization of Government Against Tech
Join ITIF for an expert panel discussion exploring how anti-tech conservatives would weaponize the government against technology, the legitimacy of conservatives’ anti-tech arguments, and the implications of their proposals for society.
October 10, 2024|Op-Eds & Contributed Articles
California Legislators Are Not Equipped to Rework Their AI Law
Legislators currently lack the necessary information about how harms from AI systems may materialize and evolve in the real world to design truly effective regulations.
October 7, 2024|Blogs
Boom in State Digital Replica Laws Fuels Need for Federal Publicity Right
Congress should pass an amended version of the NO FAKES Act that preempts all existing and future state digital likeness laws. This would ensure consistent IP protections for all Americans—including performers—support innovation in entertainment, and prevent a patchwork of state digital replica laws.
October 7, 2024|Podcasts
Podcast: Leveraging Data to Improve Communities, With Rochelle Haynes
Data-informed and evidence-based decision making can drive optimum outcomes in local governments.
October 2, 2024|Blogs
The United States Should Seize Global AI Stage in California to Shift Gears to Post-Deployment Safety
Governor Gavin Newsom’s veto of California’s AI safety bill (SB 1047) was a sensible move, but a deeper issue remains unresolved. A fundamental flaw of the bill lies in its approach to AI safety: it attempts to identify risky systems based solely on assessments made before deployment.
September 23, 2024|Reports & Briefings
The Path to Digital Identity in the United States
Digital IDs are a more convenient, secure, and versatile option than physical IDs, but few Americans currently have one. With the right investments and collaboration between federal and state governments, Americans could realize the full potential of digital IDs.
August 26, 2024|Testimonies & Filings
Comments for the California Law Revision Commission Study of Antitrust Law Regarding Consumer Welfare Standard, Concerted Action, and Other Issues
There is no need to expand California’s antitrust regime, as changes should be grounded in empirically demonstrable failures by the status quo to protect competition and consumers. California’s economy is fueled by innovation and technological revolutions, which continue to drive its dynamic businesses and benefit consumers.
July 15, 2024|Features
Exploring Maine’s State Broadband Initiative, With Brian Allenby
Access America Series, Episode 4: Jess talks to Brian Allenby, program operations and communications director for the Maine Connectivity Authority (MCA), about the state’s progress on BEAD and the challenge of serving rugged and remote communities.
July 8, 2024|Features
Making Broadband Affordable, With Jake Varn
Access America Series, Episode 3: Jess talks to Jake Varn, an associate manager with Pew’s broadband access initiative, about the “low-cost option” in BEAD, how states can implement it, and how it interacts with federal low-income broadband programs.
July 1, 2024|Features
Building Michigan’s State Broadband Plan, With Jessica Randall
Access America Series, Episode 2: Jess discusses the challenges and opportunities of BEAD for the state of Michigan with Jessica Randall of Michigan’s broadband office.
