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- H.R.6480
H.R.6480: Internet Radio Fairness Act of 2012
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about commerce
- Introduced Sept. 21, 2012
- Latest Major Action Oct. 2, 2012
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (6 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Internet Radio Fairness Act of 2012 - Amends federal copyright law to direct the President, with advice and consent of the Senate, to appoint the three Copyright Royalty Judges (CRJs) who serve on the Copyright Royalty Board. (Currently, the Librarian of Congress appoints CRJs after consultation with the Register of Copyrights.) Increases the years of legal experience and other qualifications necessary to serve as a CRJ. Amends the Digital...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Intellectual Property, Competition and the Internet.
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| Sept. 21, 2012 |
Introduced in the House by Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah) |