A bill for the general revision of the Copyright Law, title 17 of the United States Code.

S. 22 in the 94th Congress (1975–1976) became law — introduced on Jan 15, 1975, sponsored by John McClellan. Congress held 8 roll call votes on it.

During the 94th Congress (1975–1976), Gerald Ford was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Jan 15, 1975
Policy area: Business and commerce
Public law: Public Law 94553

Sponsor

John McClellan (D-AR)

Where it stands

IntroducedJan 15, 1975
Passed the SenateYes
Passed the HouseYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawOct 19, 1976

Every roll call vote on this bill

To table the tunney amendment to S.22, to provide for a general revision of the copyright laws. The tunney…Senate · Feb 16, 1976
To table the modified cranston amendment to S. 22. The cranston amendment requires compensation to authors…Senate · Feb 17, 1976
To amend S.22. The tunney amendment reduces from 10 to 8 years the interval when the copyright royalty…Senate · Feb 19, 1976
To amend S. 22, by imposing a fixed statutory rate for jukebox royalties of $8 per machine.Senate · Feb 19, 1976
To amend S.22 by providing that the duration of a copyright be for the life of the author or for 56 years…Senate · Feb 19, 1976
To pass S. 22.Senate · Feb 19, 1976
To pass S. 22, for general revision of the copyright law, title 17 of the United States code.House · Sep 22, 1976
To agree to the conference report on S. 22, including an extension of copyright protection from 56 yrs. To…Senate · Sep 30, 1976

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