Author: Allie Caccamo
CA Digital Ad Tax Would Cost Local Businesses, Research Finds
On Wednesday, Chamber of Progress released new research examining the impact of a proposed digital ad tax in California (SB 1327) that would levy a 7.25% tax on online advertising. Authored by Senior Economist Kaitlyn Harger, the research finds that over a quarter million California businesses rely on online advertising and that an average local… Continue reading CA Digital Ad Tax Would Cost Local Businesses, Research Finds
Backgrounder: Impacts of NE’s Regressive Delivery Tax Proposal (LB 19, 26, 48)
Walz’s Tech Record Makes for a Strong VP Pick
Reporting indicates today that Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 election. During his six years in the governor’s mansion, Walz made Minnesota a national leader in innovative medical technology and supported major investments in workforce training and semiconductor manufacturing. Walz also vetoed legislation that… Continue reading Walz’s Tech Record Makes for a Strong VP Pick
In Google DOJ antitrust case, court rules against exclusive distribution agreements
On Monday, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia issued its ruling in the Department of Justice (DOJ) antitrust case against Google search. The court found that Google’s exclusive distribution agreements contributed to Google’s maintenance of its monopoly power in general search and search text advertising. However, the court found that Google does… Continue reading In Google DOJ antitrust case, court rules against exclusive distribution agreements
Letter to CLRC: Comments on Competition in AI (Memorandum 2024-32)
Comments to U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: Roundtable on AI & Likeness
Dems Open Dialogue With Crypto as Campaign Heats Up
On Monday, top White House officials and crypto industry leaders are expected to meet virtually to discuss the path forward for bipartisan digital assets legislation. Representative Ro Khanna (CA-17) is convening the meeting, which will include Anita Dunn, who is leaving the White House to advise the largest super PAC backing Vice President Kamala Harris.… Continue reading Dems Open Dialogue With Crypto as Campaign Heats Up
Letter to NE Lawmakers: Oppose Regressive Delivery Tax Proposal (LB 48_S1)
Where Does Trump Stand on Section 230 Now?
On Thursday, Chamber of Progress sent a letter to President Donald Trump’s campaign team, urging the candidate to reveal his stance on Section 230. The letter notes that while Trump was vocally opposed to Section 230 during his candidacy, he has since launched a social media platform that incorporates Section 230 in its user agreement.… Continue reading Where Does Trump Stand on Section 230 Now?