Public TV Copyright Cash: Join for Just $150 Fee
Published Date: 12/31/2025
Notice
Summary
The Copyright Royalty Board is starting a process to set fair rates and rules for how public broadcasters use copyrighted works from 2028 to 2032. Anyone interested in joining this decision must file a petition and pay a $150 fee by January 30, 2026. This affects public broadcasting groups and creators, shaping how money flows for using creative content over the next five years.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 1 mixed.
Rates for Public Broadcasting Set (2028–2032)
A formal proceeding has begun to set reasonable rates and terms for the use of certain copyrighted works by public broadcasting entities for the period January 1, 2028 through December 31, 2032. The proceeding is open to parties with a significant interest who follow the Judges' participation rules.
Petition Fee and Filing Deadline
Parties who wish to participate must file a Petition to Participate and pay a $150 filing fee by January 30, 2026. The petition must be completed and filed using the Copyright Royalty Board's eCRB online form (do not upload a petition document).
Representation Rules for Participants
Only attorneys admitted to the bar in one or more states or the District of Columbia and members in good standing may represent parties before the Copyright Royalty Judges; an individual may represent themselves without counsel. Organizations seeking representation will therefore generally need an eligible attorney to appear on their behalf.
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