State Convention Postponed
Unfortunately, it has become necessary to postpone our NFBTN State Convention which was scheduled for April 3-5 in Clarksville. We are doing our part to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The threat of the virus is not something that we take lightly and the health and safety of our members is our top priority. This decision was made in consultation with and supported by our National Office.
US House of Representatives Passes Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: US House of Representatives Passes Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act Treaty Now Awaits Presidential Action Washington, DC (September 25, 2018): The United States House of Representatives has passed the Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act (S. 2559), which makes modest changes to copyright law that will bring the United States into compliance with the terms of the Marrakesh Treaty. The Senate gave its advice and consent to ratification of the treaty and passed the implementing legislation on June 28.
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Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act
Greetings Fellow Federationists,
The House of Representatives is scheduled to adjourn this week for the August recess. However, before the final gavel drops, house leadership needs to hear from us regarding the Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act (S. 2559).