Democrats are poised to take the Senate. Here’s what it means for tech.

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Here are the top reforms and nominations that could stand a chance in the new Congress assuming — as now seems likely — Democrats control both chambers and the White House.

  • Antitrust reform actually has a shot in the 117th Congress, and Democrats have already put together a 449-page report laying out their game plan. 
  • If Sen Maria Cantwell (D-WA) becomes chairwoman of the Senate Commerce Committee, she's likely to elevate her Consumer Online Privacy Rights Act, a comprehensive federal privacy framework
  • Section 230 reform
  • President Biden can more easily fill open seats at the Federal Communications Commission, the Federal Trade Commission, and the Department of Justice's Antitrust Division

Democrats are poised to take the Senate. Here’s what it means for tech.