Washington, D.C. – TechNet, the national, bipartisan network of tech industry CEOs and senior executives, released the following statement from President and CEO Linda Moore endorsing the bipartisan Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act sponsored by House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-AR) and Rep. Jared Golden (D-ME):
“America’s ability to lead in emerging technologies, from artificial intelligence to advanced manufacturing, depends on a modern, reliable infrastructure. The bipartisan SPEED Act is a meaningful step toward streamlining and standardizing the federal permitting process, giving companies the certainty they need to invest, build, and innovate here in the United States.
“TechNet applauds Chairman Westerman and Representative Golden for advancing this legislation to improve permitting efficiency, accelerate energy and infrastructure projects, and strengthen America’s global competitiveness. By cutting red tape and modernizing environmental reviews, the SPEED Act will help power the innovation economy and create high-quality jobs across the country.”