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title: "Music Industry Organizations Urge USTR to Oppose EU Proposal That Threatens Nearly $300 Million in Annual Royalties for American Artists"
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description: "A coalition of music industry organizations, including SoundExchange, urged the USTR to oppose a European Union proposal that threatens nearly $300 million in annual royalties for American artists. Issued on July 8, 2026, the warning highlights potential discriminatory impacts and challenges to international copyright norms, aiming to protect U.S. creators' rights and compensation in overseas markets."
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# Music Industry Organizations Urge USTR to Oppose EU Proposal That Threatens Nearly $300 Million in Annual Royalties for American Artists

A coalition of prominent music industry organizations, including SoundExchange, has raised concerns over a proposed European policy change that could harm U.S. creators and challenge established international copyright norms. The warning, issued in Washington on July 8, 2026, highlights the potential discriminatory impact of the reversal. This move could negatively affect artists and industry professionals in the U.S., potentially undermining their protections and compensation in overseas markets. The policy shift could have wide-reaching implications for the music sector, with implications for the global music landscape. The coalition's efforts aim to address these challenges and uphold the rights and interests of American creators in the international arena.

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