I got this information from another journal here on DA. Please repost it in your journal and encourage others to do the same. This message is VITAL, especially in this community.

This is an article on whats known as the Orphan Works Act, where every single piece of art you do, sketch, painting, poem, or even photograph, is up for grabs by major companies. WORLD WIDE, even I think.

The law has not yet been passed, but whats needed is for you, and everyone you know to write a letter to the elected officials and tell them WHY THIS IS WRONG and why they should NOT PASS THIS LAW!!! EVERY letter counts!! PLEASE DONT PUT THIS OFF. This could CHANGE YOURS AND EVERYONES FUTURE AROUND YOU.

As a community of artists and creators, we NEED TO COME TOGETHER. Contact the DA staff and ask them to do an announcement.

THIS NEEDS TO BE HEARD. SPREAD IT LIKE THE PLAGUE.

Here is the article:[link]

Here is the link for contact information:
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This is a petition that started. Please take one quick second to sign it, if nothing else.

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YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Write one letter and send it to every official. It's not even that much effort. PLEASE DON'T HESITATE!!!!