Goodlatte, Nadler
The measure calling for improved royalty payments, taking into account digital play, cosponsored by Representatives Goodlatte and Nadler, passed unanimously with 415 votes. The bill has enjoyed a rare bipartisan endorsement, both from the radio industry and the music industry. The NAB’s Gordon Smith “applauds the House passage of the Music Modernization Act,” and thanked the cosponsors “for their work to address the concerns of America’s hometown radio and television stations.” The well, musicFirst’s Chris Israel ” a historic day for music creators.” He, also, “congratulates and thanks [the cosponsors], and many others for their unwavering support.”