Key Issues Shaping State-Level Tech Policy

Reflecting on the 2024 state legislative session, a comprehensive report reveals the growing concern among policymakers about the risks of overregulation in the tech industry. Compiled by NYU's Center on Technology Policy and E…, the report stresses the importance of free-market principles in fostering innovation and competitiveness in technology. States leading with policies that prioritize economic growth and limit governmental interference are highlighted as beacons of success, ensuring that the tech sector remains a pillar of American prosperity without succumbing to heavy-handed regulatory measures.

As the 2024 state legislative session concludes, a new report highlights the essential role progressive policies play in shaping state-level tech regulations. This transformative period in digital rights, championed by insights from NYU’s Center on Technology Policy and Experts, underscores the urgent need for equity-focused legislation. States are increasingly adopting forward-thinking approaches to data privacy, net neutrality, and access to broadband, demonstrating a commitment to safeguarding citizens' digital freedoms against corporate overreach and ensuring technology serves the public good.