Meta Platforms Inc. ($META) has launched a new super PAC, the American Technology Excellence Project, to counter state-level AI and tech policy proposals that it views as harmful to U.S. innovation. The company plans to invest tens of millions into the initiative, Axios reported Tuesday.
- The super PAC will be led by Republican operative Brian Baker and Democratic consulting firm Hilltop Public Solutions.
- Its focus includes electing state candidates from both parties who support AI development and U.S. tech leadership.
- Meta says more than 1,100 state-level tech policy bills have been introduced this year alone.
- The group will emphasize three priorities: defending U.S. technology companies, advocating AI progress, and giving parents control over children’s online and AI use.
- Meta recently created a PAC in California and now expands its political activity nationwide.
- The announcement follows similar moves from other tech players, including a $100 million PAC backed by Andreessen Horowitz and OpenAI president Greg Brockman.
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- META — Directly leading the effort through its new PAC to influence state-level regulation of AI and tech.
Editor’s Note: This is a developing story. This article may be updated as more details become available.
