Copyright Office Forces Royalties Through Pay.gov Portal

2026-05886 — Alternative Fee Structures for Registration

The U.S. Copyright Office wants your ideas on new ways to charge fees once their upgraded online registration system is ready. They’re exploring how different fee plans might affect who signs up and how much it costs. If you have thoughts, send them in by June 24, 2026, to help shape the future of copyright registration fees!

2026-05529 — Copyright Office Fees

The Copyright Office is planning to raise some fees for its services because costs have gone up since 2020. These changes will help the Office cover more of its expenses without making it too hard for people to use their services. If you want to share your thoughts, you have until May 4, 2026, to send in comments online.

2026-02298 — Notice of Intent To Audit

The U.S. Copyright Office is letting three digital music companies know they’ll be audited to check if they paid the right royalties from 2022 to 2024. This means CheckTheVolume.com, MedRhythms, and Music Health Pty Ltd. should get ready for a close look at their payments. The audit notices were filed in late 2025, and the results could affect money owed or paid.

2025-23402 — Group Registration of Two-Dimensional Artwork

Starting February 17, 2026, artists and creators can register up to 20 two-dimensional artworks published in the same year with one easy online application. This new group registration saves time and money by bundling works together while still protecting each piece individually. If your art has enough creative flair, the Copyright Office will give each work its own official registration under one simple process.

2025-03795 — CASE Act Study

The U.S. Copyright Office is studying how well the Copyright Claims Board works, especially for small copyright disputes. This affects creators and businesses who want a faster, cheaper way to solve copyright problems. They’re asking for public feedback soon, which could lead to changes that save time and money.

2025-03173 — Statutory Cable, Satellite, and DART License Reporting Practices

Cable and satellite companies need to follow new rules about how and when they report royalty payments. This update clears up exactly when these reports are due, so everyone’s on the same page and avoids confusion. These changes help make sure payments happen on time without extra hassle or cost.

Previous: 2025-05362 — Comprehensive Fishery Management Plans for Puerto Rico, St. Croix, and St. Thomas and St. John; Correction

Hey fish fans! NMFS fixed a small mistake in the fish rules for Puerto Rico, St. Croix, and St. Thomas and St. John. They accidentally left out banded rudderfish from an important list, so this update puts it back where it belongs. If you fish or manage fisheries in these islands, this correction keeps everything clear and on track—no extra costs or delays!

Next: 2025-05457 — List of Approved Spent Fuel Storage Casks: NAC International, Inc., MAGNASTOR® Storage System, Certificate of Compliance No. 1031, Amendment No. 15; Correction

The NRC fixed a small mistake in a recent rule about the NAC International MAGNASTOR spent fuel storage system. This correction updates the official list to include the latest changes without any delays or extra costs. If you use or manage these storage casks, this update keeps everything clear and official.