Performance Rights Act
To provide parity in radio performance rights under title 17, United States Code, and for other purposes.
previous 110th session of congress Other Bill Titles (2 more) 12/18/2007--Introduced.
Performance Rights Act - Amends federal copyright law to:
(1) grant performers of sound recordings equal rights to compensation from terrestrial broadcasters;
(2) establish a flat annual fee in lieu of payment of royalties for individua... moreSee Full Bill Text
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December 18, 2007 |
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December 21, 2007 Bill to Levy ‘Performance Fee’ Introduced; Conaway, Green Oppose
Howard Berman, D-Calif., this week introduced a bill (HR 4789) supporting a “performance fee” paid by stations for the music they play over the air. ...
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December 19, 2008 JAZZ and JAZZ.... JAZZofilo JAZZofilo: Copyright Holders to Radio ...
Earlier this year, Congress introduced H.R. 4789, which would require traditional radio stations to pay royalty fees just like their Internet counterparts. Stations that make less than $1.25 million per year would have the option to pay ...
December 13, 2008 J'Son signs with Lamp Mode Records, cehck out the interview ...
In addition, get ready to respond when the 111th Congress is in session by supporting H.R. 4789, the Performance Rights Act so artists can get paid for radio airplay. Christian's rise up and let your voices are heard! ...
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December 06, 2008 J'Son signs with Lamp Mode Records, cehck out the interview ...
In addition, get ready to respond when the 111th Congress is in session by supporting H.R. 4789, the Performance Rights Act so artists can get paid for radio airplay. Christian's rise up and let your voices are heard! ...
Source: Latest Activity on ILLSPOT.net