An Act relative to stop fraudulent representation of business against performers
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to protect performing artists from deceptive business practices. It seeks to prohibit businesses from making false or misleading representations to artists regarding contracts, fees, or other terms of engagement. The legislation intends to ensure transparency and fairness in these transactions, safeguarding artists’ interests. The bill was referred to the Judiciary committee and subsequently accompanied a study order.
Key provisions
- Prohibits fraudulent representation of business practices against performing artists.
- Aims to ensure transparency in contracts and agreements between artists and businesses.
- The bill was accompanied by a study order.
- The bill was referred to the Judiciary committee.
- Similar bills have been previously introduced in the Massachusetts legislature.
Who is affected
- Performing artists
- Businesses that engage with performing artists
- The Massachusetts legal system
Notable changes
- The bill seeks to establish clearer standards for business dealings with performing artists.
- It builds upon previous attempts to address similar issues in Massachusetts.
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