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A concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.

3/15/2025, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill SCONRES 8

Bill 119 sconres 8, also known as the Local Radio Freedom Act, is a concurrent resolution that aims to support the rights of local radio stations to play music without having to pay additional royalties to artists and record labels. The resolution argues that local radio stations provide valuable exposure for musicians and help promote their work to a wider audience.

The Local Radio Freedom Act has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with both Democrats and Republicans coming together to endorse the resolution. Supporters of the bill argue that imposing additional royalty fees on local radio stations could have a negative impact on the music industry, particularly for smaller, independent artists who rely on radio play to reach new fans.

The resolution also highlights the important role that local radio stations play in promoting local events, news, and community engagement. By supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act, Congress aims to protect the rights of local radio stations to continue playing music without facing financial burdens that could potentially harm their ability to serve their communities. Overall, the Local Radio Freedom Act is a non-partisan effort to support the rights of local radio stations and ensure that they can continue to provide valuable music and entertainment to their listeners without facing additional financial pressures.

Current Status of Bill SCONRES 8

Bill SCONRES 8 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 3, 2025. Bill SCONRES 8 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 3, 2025.  Bill SCONRES 8's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S1463) as of March 3, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill SCONRES 8

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
6
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
19
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
15
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
1

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SCONRES 8

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SCONRES 8

A concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.
A concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.

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Pablo Nichols

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11 months ago

This bill is total garbage and I can't believe they're even considering it. It's going to mess everything up for me and I'm not happy about it at all. #ridiculous

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