S. 326In Committee

American Music Fairness Act

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

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

Where it stands

Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-30Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Topics and policy areas

undefinedCommerce