Copyright Office Opens Inquiry Into U.S. PROs

Copyright Office Opens Inquiry Into U.S. PROs

The U.S. Copyright Office has opened an inquiry into PROs in response to a letter sent by several lawmakers last September.

US Copyright Office Opens Inquiry Over PRO Licensing Practices

The US Copyright Office has launched an inquiry into the role of Performance Rights Organizations and their licensing revenue distribution practices at the request of Congress. Now broadcasters can let their voices be heard on the issue for a limited window.

U.S. Copyright Office Officially Launches PROs Inquiry

The U.S. Copyright Office has launched an inquiry into performing rights organizations (PROs) following a related request from lawmakers.

Copyright Office to investigate PROs: ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, GMR

The U.S. Copyright Office has published a "Notice of Inquiry" to collect information on performance rights organizations (PROs). The inquiry into ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, Global Music Rights (GMR) and others comes at the behest of Congress and organizations representing venues, promoters, songwriters and music publishers. The post Copyright Office to investigate PROs: ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, GMR appeared first on Hypebot.

A Copyright Office ‘NOI’ On PRO Issues Surfaces | Radio & Television Business Report

The U.S. Copyright Office on Monday published a Notice of Inquiry on issues related to Performing Rights Organizations — an action, the office explains, that comes in response to a Congressional request to gather comments on the increase in the number of PROs in the United States and their licensing revenue distribution practices. Please Login to view this premium content. (Not a member? Join Today!)

US Copyright Office launches inquiry into performance rights organizations

The US has six performance rights organizations, and with most of them run for profit, financial transparency is an issue.