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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg argues the government should take a more active role in regulating tech companies.

He says in his prepared remarks that big tech companies shouldn’t get to make big decisions on harmful content, privacy, election integrity and data portability. It’s the same stance he’s taken since March 2019, when he wrote an op-ed calling for Congress to come in and regulate Facebook.

Without Section 230, platforms could face liability for even basic moderation, Zuckerberg warns. He says Congress should update Section 230 so that it works better but acknowledged the current debate around Section 230 shows people are upset with how it currently works.

“We believe in giving people a voice, even when that means defending the rights of people we disagree with,” Zuckerberg says. “Free expression is central to how we move forward together as a society. We’ve seen this in the fight for democracy around the world, and in movements like Black Lives Matter and #MeToo. Section 230 allows us to empower people to engage on important issues like these—and to provide space where non-profits, religious groups, news organizations, and businesses of all sizes can reach people.”

Zuckerberg will also tell lawmakers that Facebook supports local journalism. “Facebook also supports our democracy by supporting journalism—particularly local journalism, which is vital for helping people be informed and engaged citizens.” He highlights that Facebook has made a $300 million commitment to help publishers build readership and subscription models.