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Quantum Improvements at the FCC

The FCC must be legislatively restructured to prevent future abuse of the agency’s power.
Email Privacy Could Be a Quick Win for Trump and Congress

Congress could chalk up an easy bipartisan victory for taxpayers if both the House and Senate determined to pass the Email Privacy Act on January 28, Data Privacy Day, and send it to President Trump for signature.
Time to Put an End to Rule by Regulators

It’s time to permanently rein in the FCC’s scope and authority by passing laws that limit its powers.
The Worm in Netflix's Apple

Instead of succeeding through private, free-market negotiations, Netflix chose to lobby for favorable treatment from government regulators.
Gross Violations of Fourth Amendment Right to Electronic Privacy

This week’s news should make passage of the Email Privacy Act a no-brainer, but for the sole opposition of Senator Cornyn.
FCC Chairman Delays His Ill-Advised Set-Top Box Proposal

FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler today pulled his ill-advised set-top box proposal from a scheduled vote, which is a good thing. The proposal has not been made public for comment and review, exceeds the FCC's jurisdiction, and creates significant new problems.
Will Telehealth Be Improved or Restricted?

Consumers and doctors should have the choice to find the right means of care that works best in each situation. Technology continues to make such tailored care a reality if not blocked by government.
Do Copyright Office Concerns Matter to the FCC?

What happens when one expert agency calls out another expert agency? We're about to find out, as the Copyright Office has described major problems with the FCC's set-top box proposal.
Who Will Protect Us from Our Government Protectors?

We must stand up to government agencies that think they are somehow entitled to exemptions from Fourth Amendment protections.
The Constitution Catches Up With Chairman Wheeler

FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler tried to defy one of the simplest, most basic constitutional limits on federal power—and he lost.
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