A concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.
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Overview
This concurrent resolution expresses support for the Local Radio Freedom Act, which aims to prevent Congress from imposing new fees or charges on local radio stations for playing music. The resolution highlights the long-standing, mutually beneficial relationship between local radio, the recording industry, and performers, emphasizing that such fees would disrupt this system. It argues that local radio stations provide valuable public services and that imposing performance fees would negatively impact businesses and consumers.
Key provisions
- Declares opposition to new performance fees on local radio stations.
- Specifically prohibits new fees related to the public performance of sound recordings broadcast over the air.
- Recognizes the existing positive relationship between local radio and the music industry.
- Highlights the public service contributions of local radio stations.
Who is affected
- Local radio stations
- Recording industry
- Performers
- Businesses that play music (bars, restaurants, etc.)
- Consumers
Notable changes
- The resolution seeks to maintain the current system where local radio stations do not pay performance fees.
- It emphasizes the potential negative economic impact of new fees on local radio and related businesses.
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