House Republicans' e-contract 2000.
Date: May 10, 2000.
Source: Rep. Dick Armey.
eContract 2000
Whereas, the high-tech revolution has permanently changed the way we
live, the way we work, and the way we learn, providing Americans with more
freedom, prosperity, and flexibility;
Whereas, the fast-paced innovations of technology have increased
productivity throughout the economy;
Whereas, High Tech America continues to be the engine of our economic
prosperity, creating new jobs and new opportunities for all Americans;
Whereas, Internet access must expand into urban, rural, and suburban
communities, as new technologies create new Digital Opportunities for more
Americans;
Whereas, the global high-tech revolution has been derived from private
sector creativity, innovation, and competition rather than government direction;
Whereas, consumer confidence in the privacy and security of the Internet
is essential;
Whereas, excessive government intervention - through taxes and
regulations - threatens future growth and prosperity of this nation;
We hereby pledge to continue our legislative and oversight
efforts to remove the barriers to future innovation, competition, and growth. We
assert that freedom is the answer, not government intervention. The benefits of
the high-tech future can be best delivered to all Americans by:
Reducing Taxation, Regulation,
and Litigation
- Pursuing tax relief that stimulates continued economic growth.
- Preventing frivolous lawsuits that stifle growth.
- Reining in excessive regulation from federal agencies.
Promoting Free Trade and
E-Commerce
- Enhancing America's leadership in the global marketplace.
- Expanding Digital Opportunities for more Americans.
- Removing barriers to E-Commerce.
- Allowing high speed Internet access to flourish.
- Protecting intellectual property rights.
Building a Prosperous High-Tech
future
- Modernizing our education system to reflect the needs of the new economy.
- Ensuring the availability of a well-trained and skilled workforce.
- Promoting workplace flexibility in employee compensation and
telecommuting.
- Promoting basic research and development.