State-Legislation

Meta Launches Super PAC to Fight AI Regulation at State Level

2025-09-23 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 8/10

On September 23, 2025, Meta launched a new super PAC designed to combat what it perceives as onerous AI and tech policy bills across state legislatures. This move comes as the federal government embraces AI development with minimal regulation, making state houses Meta’s primary regulatory …

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American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) Established

1973-09-01 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 8/10

The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) was founded in Chicago as the Conservative Caucus of State Legislators, initiated by Mark Rhoads with key involvement from Paul Weyrich. The organization was designed to create a systematic vehicle for corporate and conservative influence over …

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American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) Established

1973-09-01 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 8/10

Creation of ALEC as systematic vehicle for corporate influence over state-level legislation. Organization provides platform for corporations to draft model legislation and coordinate with state legislators, representing advanced form of institutional capture through “pay-to-play” …

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