Statement by CC-USA Director Michael Carroll on the Introduction of the Affordable College Textbook Act in the House

Yesterday, Representatives Hinojosa and Miller introduced the Affordable College Textbook Act. The text mirrors that of the Senate bill introduced last week by Senators Durbin and Franken (see CC-USA’s statement on the Senate bill here). The Affordable College Textbook Act would provide funding for the creation of textbooks, which would be made available to the[…]

What Is Creative Commons, and Why Is There a U.S. Affiliate?

Creative Commons is a nonprofit organization that designs user-friendly copyright licenses which provide a simple, standardized way to give the public permission to share and use your creative work. Its license are used by authors, artists, and other creators worldwide. Creative Commons Affiliates are volunteer organizations based in numerous countries that apply support and promote[…]