Privacy advocates have said, though, that the AEA's version of privacy legislation would actually reduce privacy, so it would be tough to hammer out a bill acceptable to both sides. The association also called for an extension of the moratorium on Internet taxes and urged Congress to offer a permanent tax credit for research and development for technology companies. A credit is already in place through 2004. Competitiveness in the broadband Internet arena is also a concern to the group. The report calls for measures to promote competition in the broadband sector, and let more consumers have a choice between different types of high-speed access.
Most consumers can use only one type, if any.
Archey was optimistic that Congress can reach agreements across party lines on high-tech issues. Copyright 2001 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.