Multiple pieces of music-industry legislation are advancing through the 119th Congress with support from both Democrats and Republicans, major record labels and platforms. The bills address distinct concerns: limiting the use of rap lyrics as prosecutorial evidence, protecting artists against artificial intelligence-generated deepfakes, and promoting music tourism. Industry advocates including the Recording Academy and RIAA have lined up behind these proposals, which could reshape how music creators are protected under federal law.

Two bills have progressed the furthest. The RAP Act, reintroduced in July 2025, seeks to restrict how prosecutors cite song lyrics in criminal cases—a practice that has drawn criticism when used against high-profile rappers. The NO FAKES Act, which converts a performer's digital likeness into intellectual property rights, recently won unanimous endorsement from the Senate Judiciary Committee in June 2026, setting the stage for a full Senate vote. Both bills reflect industry consensus on protecting artists' economic and legal interests.