While the Copyright Office doesn’t have a GRAMMY, we do have a GRAM (Group Registration of Works on an Album). Find out how to register multiple works published on an album in Circular 58: go.usa.gov/xunar
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Register Perlmutter: “We want to make the copyright system as understandable and accessible as possible for everyone, not just sophisticated corporations, but individuals and small businesses as well. So we are expanding our outreach and educational programs.” 5/
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Register Perlmutter: “The Copyright Office recently issued a new strategic plan for the next five years. The very first goal it articulates is ‘Copyright for All.’ Broadening participation is critical to the copyright system’s success.” 4/
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Register Perlmutter: “I know the value of the assistance VLA provides to creators in protecting their livelihoods and navigating legal challenges, related not only to copyright, but many other issues, especially during the pandemic.” 3/
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In her acceptance speech, Register Perlmutter noted her work with when she was a young associate at law firms in NYC, and talked about the importance of our common missions to support creators and enable them to produce works that enrich culture and further knowledge. 2/
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In April, Register Shira Perlmutter was honored by at the 2022 Champions of the Arts Awards and Gala, which celebrates individuals or institutions who have made lasting contributions to the arts communities of New York. Photo credit: Michael Ostuni 1/
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What’s in a name? Check out our new blog post about using pseudonyms when registering works with the Copyright Office: go.usa.gov/xuabF
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This #AAPI Heritage Month, check out our 2021 blog post celebrating Asian American representation in film. From The Big Sick to Minari, read about some of the movies we enjoyed and the writers, producers, and actors changing the face of American cinema: go.usa.gov/xunax
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Attention Businesses: #DYK that under the #CASEAct, corporations, partnerships, and associations can designate a representative to receive Copyright Claims Board fillings on their behalf? Learn more and sign your business up here: go.usa.gov/xu775
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As of 6/9, the Copyright Office will no longer accept electronic deposits that are submitted in certain formats. For more details: go.usa.gov/xu7QP
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Miriam DeChant Named Associate Register of Copyrights and Director of Public Information and Education go.usa.gov/xu7NA
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Alex Borenstein, Jerry Seinfeld, Rob Reiner, and Sarah Silverman are just a few of the Jewish American comedians who make us laugh on TV, in movies, or on stage. #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth
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The eCO system will undergo maintenance tonight, 5/9, from 8:00 - 8:30 PM ET. We thank you for your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.
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#DYK that everyone, no matter their age, is a creator. And under U.S. copyright law, there is no minimum age to create a copyright-protected work and have the work registered with the Copyright Office? Read more about IP and youth in our recent blog go.usa.gov/xuNJK
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The Copyright Office is issuing new account numbers to existing deposit account holders. More information on this at go.usa.gov/xufHe
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Happy Mother's Day! If you create a homemade card for mom, not only will it make her day, but it may also be protected by copyright.
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The eCO system will be offline from 10:00 PM ET Saturday, May 7, 2022, until 3:00 PM ET Sunday, May 8, 2022, for extended maintenance activities. We thank you for your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.
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Today is Free Comic Book Day. Public servants are superheroes in our book because they make #GovPossible.
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#DYK Dorothy Parker, a Jewish American poet, writer, and satirist, left her literary estate to Martin Luther King, Jr.? Learn more about this and how the estate is now with the NAACP in our Copyright Lore article from 2013. go.usa.gov/xuna3 #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth
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Calling all photographers! Photographs may be registered with the Copyright Office as visual art works. Want to learn more? Check out our page here: go.usa.gov/xunaq
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May the fourth be with you today on #StarWarsDay! What are your favorite Star Wars memories? Read how Star Wars and its many derivative works evoke childhood memories in our latest blog: Find Star Wars in Copyright. #Maythe4th go.usa.gov/xuVey
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Curious about what the opening of the Copyright Claims Board (CCB) will mean for you? Learn more in our recent blog: go.usa.gov/xucwz #CASEAct
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Parents, teachers, and students: Looking for resources for #AAPI and Jewish American Heritage Month? Visit asianpacificheritage.gov/about/ & jewishheritagemonth.gov brought to you by and other agencies, for resources that will help you celebrate, teach, and learn.
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Calling all libraries and archives! You may have heard about the #CASEAct and the establishment of the Copyright Claims Board, but did you know that qualifying libraries and archives can preemptively opt out of participating in the CCB? Learn more here: go.usa.gov/xumpJ
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This week is Public Service Recognition Week. Thank you to all the workers at all levels of government, especially our colleagues here in the Copyright Office, who through their dedication and efforts make #GovPossible.
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May is #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth. This month we’ll be celebrating and applauding Jewish Americans, their history, and their impactful creations.
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Calling parents and teachers! Are you looking for resources to help kids engage their creativity and understand copyright? Check out our "History and Education" page to learn more: go.usa.gov/xzwWk
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The Copyright Office welcomed Director General Daren Tang and Deputy Director General Lisa Jorgenson of the World Intellectual Property Organization to discuss copyright topics of mutual interest.
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This #InternationalDanceDay, find dance in copyright! From trailblazer Hanya Holm, who registered the first copyright for dance, to helpful info about the eligibility of choreography for copyright protection, check out our recent blog to learn more: go.usa.gov/xzwjS
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Can you name the difference between a sample, an interpolation, and a beat? Learn more in our introduction to using preexisting music. go.usa.gov/xzwjW
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As we close out #AAHM you may be wondering where you can go for more inspiration on Arab American history and culture. The , a #Smithsonian affiliate, is a beautiful celebration of culture. Check them out!
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On this Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust, read our Copyright: Creativity at Work blog post on the seizure of Jewish IP ahead of World War 2. go.usa.gov/xuQkE
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#OTDIH in 2005, the Artists' Rights and Theft Prevention Act was signed into law, which allows for preregistration of certain works being prepared for commercial distribution.
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The Copyright Office is requesting information on the development and use of standard technical measures, as defined in 17 U.S.C. 512(i). Comments are due May 27, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. eastern time. go.usa.gov/xun4H
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Register of Copyrights Shira Perlmutter's written statement at today’s House Appropriations Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch hearing is available here: go.usa.gov/xuRu6
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Register of Copyrights Shira Perlmutter will testify this morning before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch about the Library of Congress’ Fiscal Year 2023 budget request. Watch the webcast at go.usa.gov/xuRum
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Register of Copyrights Shira Perlmutter will testify this morning before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch about the Library of Congress’ Fiscal Year 2023 budget request. Watch the webcast at
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📢 Happening now: Our #WorldIPDay event kicks off with a special fireside chat featuring USPTO Director Kathi Vidal, ’s Shira Perlmutter, and ’s Daren Tang, who will discuss youth and innovation for a better future. Tune in: bit.ly/3vF2Gbc
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