S 253
American Music Fairness Act
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Bill overview
The American Music Fairness Act aims to update copyright law to ensure fair compensation for artists and sound recording owners, particularly regarding radio broadcasts. It expands the definition of ‘audio transmission’ to include terrestrial broadcasts and internet services, requiring nonsubscription broadcasts to obtain licenses for public performances. The bill also establishes tiered royalty rates for small terrestrial radio stations, offering flat fees instead of complex board-determined rates, and addresses royalty distribution to ensure fair payments to featured and nonfeatured artists.
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Dianne Feinstein
Laphonza R. Butler
Thomas Tillis
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