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AL SB31

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/16/2010

Primary Sponsor

Bobby Denton

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2010

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Truth in Music Advertising Act" to prohibit false, deceptive, or misleading affiliation between performing groups and recording groups in live musical performances or productions in Alabama.

  • Exempts groups that hold a federal service mark registration, include at least one original member with legal rights to the group name, perform as expressly authorized tributes clearly identified in advertising, or conduct performances outside the state.

  • Authorizes the Attorney General or district attorney to seek temporary or permanent injunctions against violators and directs courts to restore any moneys or property acquired through violations.

  • Imposes civil penalties of $5,000 to $15,000 per violation, with each performance or production constituting a separate violation.

  • Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and gubernatorial approval.

Legislative Description

Truth in Music Advertising Act, established, false, deceptive, or misleading affiliation between performing group and a recording group, prohibited, penalties

Civil Procedure

Last Action

Pending third reading on day 21 Favorable from Judiciary

3/11/2010

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/16/2010
Judiciary1/12/2010

Full Bill Text

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