H.R. 9253 Introduced Commerce

Protect Working Musicians Act of 2026

To empower independent music creator owners to collectively negotiate with dominant online platforms regarding the terms on which their music may be distributed.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2] Introduced June 10, 2026 Cosponsors 7 (7 D) Latest action June 10, 2026

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  1. Jun 10, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  2. Jun 10, 2026 Introduced in House

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