SUMMARY
The US Copyright Office is proposing a fee increase for registering copyrights, which could raise the cost for photographers registering a group of photos from $55 to $85. This adjustment, the first in six years, is described as a reasonable inflation adjustment to maintain service quality. The office is also exploring the possibility of introducing a subscription-based registration option for artists who frequently submit copyrights, though the current system would need technological enhancements to support it.
TAKEAWAYS
US Copyright Office proposes raising photo copyright registration fees.
Cost for a group of photos could increase from $55 to $85.
A subscription option for copyright registration is under consideration.
Fee changes will take effect this fall if Congress does not intervene.