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John Barrasso (R-WY)

A concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.

S.Con.Res. 8 · Senate resolution Science, Technology, Communications

A Republican resolution with 3 Democratic cosponsors · See all 25 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S1463)

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A concurrent resolution is how the Senate and the House settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.

What this bill would do

This concurrent resolution expresses support for the Local Radio Freedom Act. It aims to prevent Congress from imposing new fees or charges related to the public performance of sound recordings on local radio stations. The resolution highlights the long-standing relationship between local radio and the recording industry. It notes that local radio provides free promotion for music and performers. Additionally, it emphasizes that broadcasters provide essential news and weather during emergencies. The resolution argues that new fees would cause economic hardship for stations and various small businesses.

Yes· 3 of 8

  • Scored +6

    Would business owners be better off under this?

    The resolution prevents new performance fees that would impact small businesses like bars, restaurants, and retail establishments.

  • Scored +5

    Does this cut taxes for small businesses?

    The resolution seeks to prevent new fees or charges on small businesses that play music, such as bars and restaurants.

  • Scored +5

    Does this make it easier to run a small business?

    The resolution prevents new performance fees that would cause economic hardship for local radio stations and various small businesses.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.