Conservative group urges lawmakers to oppose anti-piracy bills

Influential conservative think tank the Heritage Foundation urged lawmakers to oppose two anti-piracy bills and said it will record their votes for its scorecards. "While the federal government does have a role in protecting intellectual property rights, it should do so in a way that does not weaken internet security, disrupt growth or restrict free speech rights," the Heritage Foundation's advocacy arm wrote. "To date, SOPA and PIPA fail to meet that standard."