The Electronic Privacy Information Center opposes the Communications Decency Act as adopted by the Senate Commerce Committee on March 24, 1995. We believe that the bill is an unconstitutional restriction on free expression, personal privacy, and intellectual freedom. EPIC has urged Senator Exon and his staff to explore all non-legislative solutions before further action on this bill.
Comprehensive hearings are still necessary.
We recognize that there is a genuine concern about the type of materials that are available to children via the Internet. EPIC also believes that a thoughtful, long-term solution to this problem will require the participation of parents and schools, and the development of good technical and educational measures. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has produced a fine publication for parents and others who are concerned about these issues. Mr. Magid encourages parents to take an active interest in the on-line activities of their children, and opposes passage of the Communications Decency Act. EPIC will continue to oppose the Communications Decency Act.