Lamar Smith has a nack for writing bills that I hate, but this rule change is baddly needed and I support it.

Chairman Lamar Smith (TX-21) today introduced the “Orphan Works Act of 2006” (H.R. 5439), which creates new guidelines for use of copyrighted material when the original owner cannot be located.

©opyBites: Copyright Law Blog: Orphan Works Legislation

The freedom-to-tinker blog has an entry on this legislation.

US Copyright May Get Harsher and Broader.

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I liked this interview because it was a more casual and candid chat with President Bush. He talked about books he's reading, what his exercise routine is, and other personal details about his typical day. I found it very interesting.

C-Span Transcript: Interview with President Bush: January 27, 2005