HR. 861In Committee

American Music Fairness Act of 2025

Establishes a public performance right for sound recordings over audio transmissions and requires terrestrial radio stations to obtain licenses and pay royalties

What this bill does

Establishes a public performance right for sound recordings over audio transmissions and requires terrestrial radio stations to obtain licenses and pay royalties

Key points
  • Establish sound recording performance right
  • Require broadcast performance licenses
  • Authorize royalty rate determinations
  • Allow flat fee licenses

Where it stands

Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-31Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Topics and policy areas

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