The NAB has endorsed a "Term Sheet" which would establish the existence of a "performance right" requiring radio licensees to pay royalties to musical artists. I have a gut feeling of inevitability -- but my real questions involve "when" and "how much".… Continue Reading
Before the chatter gets out of hand, it might be useful to clarify what we know and what we don't know about reports that the NAB may be moving toward some negotiated settlement on the performance rights front.… Continue Reading
It may not be surprising that the Senate Judiciary Committee passed S.379, the Senate's version of the Performance Rights Act, but the odds are still against the successful enactment of the PRA.… Continue Reading
Opposition to creation of a new performance right obligation for broadcasters has past a critical threshold, garnering support from more than a majority of the House.… Continue Reading
The NAB is running a cool new contest designed to encourage radio stations to help in the fight against the move for performance rights. Check it out.… Continue Reading
The House Judiciary Commitee passed an amended version of the "Performance Rights Act", but the number of Representatives on record as opposing this legislation has now increased to 192.… Continue Reading
The House Judiciary Committee is poised to "mark up" (vote on) HR 848, the Performance Rights Act, this Wednesday, May 13. With HR 848 currently boasting 41 co-sponsors, and the opposition movement claiming formal support from 184 Representatives who have signed on to H Con Res 49, the Local Radio Freedom Act, the future of this legislation … Continue Reading
