By Christopher Cole (June 26, 2024, 8:35 PM EDT) — Congress is being urged to safeguard musical artists’ intellectual property rights by mandating that radio broadcasters compensate them for airplay of their sound performances. The United States currently does not require such payments, unlike many other countries. The recording industry made an appeal to lawmakers on Wednesday, highlighting the need for legislative change to align U.S. policies with international norms. For a deeper dive into the legal arguments and potential impacts of this proposed legislation, you can find the detailed coverage here.