Public Policy

NVCA advocates for policies that create U.S. economic growth and fuel entrepreneurship.

As the voice of the venture capital community, NVCA empowers its members by advocating for policies that encourage innovation and delivering resources and programs to help VCs succeed. We are committed to advancing policies that foster entrepreneurial activity and investment across the country.

Taxes

NVCA advocates for tax policy that encourages new company formation by focusing on where the tax code impacts entrepreneurship.

Immigration

NVCA encourages policies that help immigrant entrepreneurs build and grow businesses in the U.S.

Capital Markets & Regulation

NVCA champions a policy agenda that expands opportunities for capital formation.

Foreign Investment

NVCA believes it is critical to protect passive foreign investment into U.S. venture funds.

Intellectual Property

NVCA supports patent reform legislation that protects emerging companies’ innovative ideas.

Basic Research & Technology Transfer

NVCA’s endorses basic federal research investment as the underlying foundation for the innovation economy.

Technology

NVCA fosters policy priorities that enhance the U.S. technology and Internet sectors.

Climate and Sustainability

NVCA advocates for polices that support climate technology and the advancement of climate-focused startups.

Healthcare Innovation

NVCA believes medical innovation should become a national priority for patients and our healthcare system.

THE LATEST POLICY


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VCs and Opportunity Zones

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Let Banks Invest in Venture Capital Funds Once Again

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