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Library of Congress
The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States, offering diverse materials for research including the world's most extensive collections in many areas such as American history, music, and law. The Library of Congress was established by act of April 24, 1800 (2 Stat. 56), appropriating $5,000 ''for the purchase of such books as may be necessary for the use of Congress . . . .'' The Library's scope of responsibility has been widened by subsequent legislation (2 U.S.C. 131-168d). The Librarian, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, directs the Library.
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Recent Regulations
View all →RuleMar 10, 2026
Determination of Rates and Terms for Digital Performance of Sound Recordings and Making of Ephemeral Copies To Facilitate Those Performances (Web VI)
RuleDec 19, 2025
Group Registration of Two-Dimensional Artwork
ProposedDec 4, 2025
Determination of Rates and Terms for Digital Performance of Sound Recordings and Making of Ephemeral Copies To Facilitate Those Performances (Web VI)
RuleDec 1, 2025
Cost of Living Adjustment to Satellite Carrier Compulsory License Royalty Rates
RuleDec 1, 2025
Cost of Living Adjustment to Royalty Rates and Terms for Making and Distributing Phonorecords
RuleNov 28, 2025
Cost of Living Adjustment to Public Broadcasters Compulsory License Royalty Rate
ProposedMay 16, 2025
Determination of Rates and Terms for Digital Performance of Sound Recordings and Making of Ephemeral Copies To Facilitate Those Performances (Web VI)
ProposedMay 16, 2025
Determination of Rates and Terms for Digital Performance of Sound Recordings and Making of Ephemeral Copies To Facilitate Those Performances (Web VI)
RuleMar 31, 2025
Electronic Payment of Royalties Using Pay.gov
ProposedFeb 10, 2025
Determination of Rates and Terms for Digital Performance of Sound Recordings by New Subscription Services and Making of Ephemeral Copies To Facilitate Those Performances (NSS V); Correction
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The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States, offering diverse materials for research including the world's most extensive collections in many areas such as American history, music, and law. The Library of Congress was established by act of April 24, 1800 (2 Stat. 56), appropriating $5,000 ''for the purchase of such books as may be necessary for the use of Congress . . . .'' The Library's scope of responsibility has been widened by subsequent legislation (2 U.S.C. 131-168d). The Librarian, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, directs the Library.