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- Gene Simmons, co-founder of KISS, testified before the U.S. Senate on December 9, 2025, urging the American Music Fairness Act.
- He criticized the radio royalty system, saying artists receive no compensation for airplay.
- Simmons noted Bing Crosby and Elvis Presley never received payment for their music.
- Despite bipartisan support, Henry Hinton warned the bill could harm local radio stations, which Simmons rejected.
