The NAB reports that with the addition of five more members from the House of Representatives, 220 now support the Local Radio Freedom Act, two more than needed to constitute a majority. The resolution opposes any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge on radio stations. Here are the five new members.
Elizabeth Esty (CT-5), Tom Garrett (VA-5), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Gregory Meeks (NY-5), and Dutch Ruppersberger (MD-2).
NAB CEO Gordon Smith said, “We’re gratified that most House members stand with America’s hometown radio stations against a job-killing performance royalty. For decades, local radio has jump-started careers of countless musicians and exposed legacy artists to younger listeners. We thank Congress for its support, and local radio looks forward to continuing to provide unparalleled promotional value to record labels and artists in the form of free airplay of music.”
