What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HCONRES 13.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-06.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hconres13/BILLS-118hconres13ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

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Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Womack, Steve [R-AR-3].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HCONRES 13

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Protecting Local Radio from New Music Performance Fees.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: No new music performance fees: Local radio stations will not be required to pay additional fees for publicly performing sound recordings. Support for local businesses: Businesses like bars, restaurants, and retail establishments that play music will also not face new charges. Preservation of free radio services: Maintaining the current system helps protect access to free news, weather, and entertainment programming vital to communities.

This resolution aims to prevent the imposition of new fees for playing music on local radio stations. This means radio stations can continue to offer free news, weather, and entertainment without additional costs that could jeopardize their operations and impact the availability of these services to citizens.

Key points

No new music performance fees: Local radio stations will not be required to pay additional fees for publicly performing sound recordings.

Support for local businesses: Businesses like bars, restaurants, and retail establishments that play music will also not face new charges.

Preservation of free radio services: Maintaining the current system helps protect access to free news, weather, and entertainment programming vital to communities.

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Supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.

Print number: HCONRES 13

Sponsor: Rep. Womack, Steve [R-AR-3]

Process start date: 2023-02-06

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Protecting Local Radio from New Music Performance Fees.

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