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| The Copyright Act does create
one exemption. The exemption is for the benefit of the perceptually
disabled. Societies, associations and corporations that represent
the perceptually disabled may claim a rebate on royalties paid.
Claims must be directed to CPCC, the agency that collects private
copying royalties, and be substantiated by receipts. The Copyright
Act defines perceptual disability as a disability that
prevents or inhibits a person from reading or hearing a literary,
musical, dramatic or artistic work in its original format. To
simplify access to the exemption, CPCC has created an alternative:
zero-rating. Those who would otherwise qualify for a rebate
may instead purchase royalty-free under CPCC's
zero-rating program. Purchasers must be certified in advance
by CPCC, and buy from a CPCC-authorized seller. The program
is subject to certain additional terms and conditions. Contact
CPCC directly to obtain a zero-rating certificate number.
It is not necessary for legislatively exempt organizations to
complete an online application. |
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