Congress Just Rushed Through a Disastrous Copyright Office Overhaul
Summary
EFF argues that H.R. 6028 would restructure the U.S. Copyright Office, shifting power to the Register of Copyrights and removing Library of Congress oversight. The piece critiques the rushed passage, urges hearings and public scrutiny, and highlights concerns about increasing political influence over copyright policy, including DMCA rulemaking and protections for speech, privacy, and innovation.