Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA)
Trade association representing technology companies focused on open internet, competition, and innovation policy. Members include Amazon, Google, Meta, eBay, and others. Known for advocacy on Section 230, open internet, and opposing restrictive content regulation.
Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) spent $0.4M on federal AI lobbying in Q1 2026, with $2.5M in total tracked spending. The company is active in 3 states and focuses on open internet and section 230, ai and competition policy, copyright and ai training data.
Federal Lobbying by Quarter
Public Position
Supports light-touch AI regulation that preserves the open internet and Section 230 protections. Opposes content-based AI regulations and mandatory licensing schemes for AI training data. Advocates for competition-oriented AI policy that prevents market concentration.
Policy Focus Areas
Key Lobbyists
Bills Lobbied On
- 📋S. 2714 (SAFE Innovation Framework Act)
- 📋H.R. 5512 (No AI FRAUD Act)
- 📋H.R. 4081 (Algorithmic Accountability Act)
- 📋S. 3312 (Protect Elections from Deceptive AI Act)
Notable Actions
- →Filed amicus briefs in AI copyright cases arguing fair use applies to AI training data
- →Published research on economic impact of state-by-state AI regulation fragmentation
- →Led opposition to proposed AI licensing mandates that would advantage large incumbents
- →Organized industry coalition supporting open-source AI development policies