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Gene Simmons Advocates for Fair Pay in Senate Hearing

12/4/2025

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Gene Simmons will testify before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property on December 9 about the American Music Fairness Act.
The American Music Fairness Act would require AM/FM radio stations to pay performers, aligning their compensation with digital streaming platforms.
Michael Huppe, CEO of SoundExchange, will join Simmons as he plans to meet with both Republican and Democratic senators to advocate for the legislation.

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Gene Simmons will testify before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property on December 9 about the American Music Fairness Act.
The American Music Fairness Act would require AM/FM radio stations to pay performers, aligning their compensation with digital streaming platforms.
Michael Huppe, CEO of SoundExchange, will join Simmons as he plans to meet with both Republican and Democratic senators to advocate for the legislation.