United States Copyright Office: A Brief Introduction and History

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Motion Pictures,
Music
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Business Operations,
Copyright Office,
Intellectual Property,
Research & Development,
U.S.,
U.S. Congress,
U.S. Copyright Office
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U.S. Copyright Office

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Overview: Copyright is a form of protection provided by the laws of the United States for original works of authorship, including literary, dramatic, musical, architectural, cartographic, choreographic, pantomimic, pictorial, graphic, sculptural, and audiovisual creations. This article focuses on the role and importance of the copyright office of America. The Copyright Office provides expert assistance to Congress on intellectual property matters. It also advises Congress on anticipated changes in U.S. copyright law, and analyzes and assists in drafting copyright legislation and legislative reports and provides and undertakes studies for Congress.

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