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Support the Valuable Work Made Possible by the NEA!
In a strong demonstration of bipartisan support, Congress has consistently supported funding for both the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), most recently allocating $207 million for the FY23, FY24, and FY25 fiscal...
Strengthen Equitable Access to Arts Education in ESSA Implementation
The Every Student Succeeds Act firmly establishes that every child deserves access to a well-rounded education, and declares that federal education dollars may be used by states and local school systems to provide increased access to music and arts education. The...
Expand and Encourage Charitable Giving
Like thousands of other nonprofits in the arts, education, and human services, and other community organizations, more than 2,000 American orchestras are classified as 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations. This exemption and the incentive to give private donations are...
Improve the Ticketing Process, Help Consumers, and Protect Artists!
In recent years, the live arts and entertainment industry and its audiences have been threatened by the predatory practices of secondary ticket sellers. Congress is considering ticketing legislation that addresses both primary and secondary ticket sales. The League, in...
Strengthen Tax Fairness for Artists and Writers
Musicians, scholars, orchestras, and the public rely on numerous tax provisions that strengthen the creative sector. Congress should support provisions in upcoming tax technical corrections bills or other future relevant legislation that would provide tangible assistance to...
Support the Assistance for Arts Education Program at the U.S. Department of Education
Orchestras engage their local communities in ongoing, active learning in the arts through innovative music education programs. As local partners in music education, orchestras collaborate with schools to maximize the direct and indirect funding opportunities available from...
Protect the Artist Visa Process!
Orchestras and other arts organizations of all budget sizes rely on the U.S. visa process to be affordable, reliable, and efficient, but unaffordable fees and inconsistent processing threaten the ability to access this essential benefit. Throughout the country, orchestras...
Strengthen Opportunities for Cultural Exchange
Orchestras serve as cultural ambassadors when they perform abroad. International tours and residencies expand relationships, develop new audiences, and share expertise across borders. U.S. State Department programs encourage links between cultural organizations in the...