TechNet Statement on Efforts to Repeal Section 230

Washington, D.C. - TechNet, the national, bipartisan network of tech CEOs and senior executives, today released the following statement from TechNet President and CEO Linda Moore in response to recently introduced legislation to repeal Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.

"Section 230 has been a cornerstone of the modern internet - enabling American innovation, supporting millions of jobs, and allowing businesses of all sizes to connect with customers, share ideas, and grow online. It has helped fuel the economic growth and global competitiveness that define the U.S. technology sector.

"Repealing Section 230 would create uncertainty, disproportionately harm entrepreneurs, and make it harder for startups and emerging companies to compete. A repeal would also have serious unintended consequences - fundamentally changing how people communicate online, reducing access to information, and making it more difficult to protect users, including children and vulnerable communities. We urge Congress to reject efforts to repeal Section 230 without a clear, workable alternative that protects consumers, preserves free speech, and ensures the United States remains the global leader in innovation."