Chamber Technology Engagement Center
The Chamber Technology Engagement Center (C_TEC) promotes the role of technology in our economy and advocates for rational policy solutions that drive economic growth, spur innovation, and create jobs.
C_TEC’s efforts extend to every business sector. By convening innovators, businesses, governments, and consumers, with the backing of the U.S. Chamber brand, C_TEC highlights how tech is everywhere and effectively communicates how it benefits everyone.
The Impact of Technology on U.S. Small Business
Technology helps small businesses operate and compete. This report outlines the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI), concerns about regulatory impacts, and the need for education on the benefits of AI.
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Tech Talks
The Chamber Technology Engagement Center (C_TEC) hosted a conversation with Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-CA) on data privacy, artificial intelligence, and other pressing tech issues. The TecTalk series are fireside chats with leaders in technology from state capitals to Capitol Hill, as well as the innovators themselves.
Leadership and Issue Experts
- David HirschmannExecutive Vice President, New Strategic Initiatives
- Tom QuaadmanSenior Vice President Economic Policy
- Jordan CrenshawSenior Vice President, C_TEC
- Matt FurlowSenior Director and Policy Counsel, C_TEC
- Michael RichardsDirector, Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Technology Engagement Center (C_TEC)
Latest Content
The undersigned business associations oppose H.R. 8818, the “American Privacy Rights Act” (“APRA”), as drafted, which the House Energy & Commerce Committee is expected to consider soon.
The FCC is pursuing two major rulemakings that adversely impact the broadband marketplace and Americans’ ability to get online.
After nearly a year of work and numerous insight forums, the Senate AI Working Group released their much-anticipated Roadmap for Artificial Intelligence Policy in the United States Senate.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce (“Chamber”) respectfully submits the following statement for the record for the House Energy and Commerce’s Subcommittee on Communications and Technology hearing titled “The Fiscal Year 2025 National Telecommunications and Information Administration Budget.”
This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the Senate Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety & Data Security on the hearing entitled "Strengthening Data Security to Protect Consumers."
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has requested Governor Polis to veto Senate Bill 205.
The undersigned organizations strongly urge the Senate to include S. 1631 (S. Amdt. 1932), the “Safeguarding the Homeland from the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act” to the “FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.
Exploring real-world success stories of small businesses benefiting from artificial intelligence.