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Fair Music Royalties: New Payments for Artists from Terrestrial Radio.

This Act extends the requirement to pay royalties for the public performance of sound recordings to traditional (terrestrial) radio stations. This change ensures that artists and copyright holders receive compensation for music played on the radio, a requirement previously limited mostly to digital services. Crucially, the bill establishes very low, fixed annual fees to protect small local broadcasters.
Key points
Terrestrial radio stations must now pay performance royalties for playing music, creating a new revenue stream for recording artists and producers.
Small broadcasters (with revenue under $1.5 million) are protected by fixed, nominal annual fees ranging from $10 to $500.
The law mandates that the value of radio promotion (how radio play affects record sales) must be considered when setting standard royalty rates.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_326
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2025-01-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Music Fairness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_326.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Terrestrial radio stations must now pay performance royalties for playing music, creating a new revenue stream for recording artists and producers.
  • Small broadcasters (with revenue under $1.5 million) are protected by fixed, nominal annual fees ranging from $10 to $500.
  • The law mandates that the value of radio promotion (how radio play affects record sales) must be considered when setting standard royalty rates.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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