summary
Introduced
03/14/2023
03/14/2023
In Committee
04/05/2023
04/05/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To provide exceptions from permitting and fee requirements for content creation, regardless of distribution platform, including still photography, digital or analog video, and digital or analog audio recording activities, conducted on land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Federal Interior Land Media Act (FILM Act), provides exceptions from permitting and fee requirements for content creation activities, such as still photography, digital or analog video, and digital or analog audio recording, conducted on federal lands under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior. The bill establishes a de minimis use authorization for filming or photography activities involving 6-8 individuals that meet certain requirements, and allows for permits and reasonable fees for larger or more disruptive filming or photography activities. The bill also outlines the criteria for determining reasonable fees and cost recovery, and requires the agencies to establish timely permit processing procedures and coordinate permit processing across agencies when necessary.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry. (on 04/05/2023)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1576/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr1576/BILLS-118hr1576ih.pdf |
Loading...