Call to Action: You Have Until 3/13/23

Weigh in by Mar. 13, 2023 to halt the US from raising fees that will make it almost impossible for anyone but the biggest stars to perform in the States.

The US Department of Homeland Security has proposed rate increases that would make touring in the United States for international artists significantly more expensive.

If you tour in the States, or if you are a presenter of touring artists, you might want to weigh in. The comments deadline has been extended to Mar. 13, 2023.

Here is:

• an overview Google document prepared by one of our nighttime industries colleagues. < This contains the information and links you need most!
• another call-to-action from a Canadian music organization.
• a recent news story on the issue.

It’s difficult enough to open our borders to shared cultures without taxing talent that graces our nation.