Claire Hoffman

Claire Hoffman is an Executive Assistant in the Advocacy and Public Policy Department of the Recording Academy where she helps to promote pro-music legislation.

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D.C. Council Unanimously Approves RESALE Act: Here’s What It Means For The Music Community

A major win for artists, fans, and the broader live music community, the RESALE Act establishes some of the strongest consumer protections in the country aimed at addressing abuses in the live entertainment ticket marketplace, including surveillance pricing and speculative ticket listings. On July 14, the D.C. Council, the legislative body and chief policy-making authority for Washington, D.C., unanimously passed…

August 3, 2026 at 5:33 PM

Recording Academy Helps Launch New National Association Of State And Local Music Offices

The Association of Music Offices (AMO) is dedicated to strengthening local music economies through collaboration, community resources, and shared best practices. The Recording Academy recently joined music leaders from across the country to launch the Association of Music Offices (AMO), a new national organization dedicated to strengthening local music economies through collaboration, community resources, and shared best practices. Announced at…

July 10, 2026 at 7:32 PM

NO FAKES Act Passes Senate Judiciary Committee By Unanimous Voice Vote

The historic vote brings Congress one step closer to establishing the first comprehensive federal protections against the unauthorized use of a person's voice, image, and likeness through AI-generated digital replicas.On June 18, the Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approved the Recording Academy-backed NO FAKES Act by voice vote, advancing the bipartisan legislation to the full Senate for consideration. The historic vote…

June 24, 2026 at 12:40 AM

PACE Act Signed Into Law In Maryland: What The New Law Means For Free Artistic Expression

On Tuesday, May 12, Gov. Wes Moore signed the Protecting Artists' Creative Expression (PACE) Act into law, making Maryland the third state in the nation to enact legislation protecting creators' rights to artistic expression by limiting the use of creative works, such as song lyrics, as evidence in criminal court. Recording Academy Board of Trustees Chair Dr. Chelsey Green, members…

May 22, 2026 at 5:50 PM

White House Proposes New National Framework for AI

On March 21, the White House unveiled its Legislative Recommendations for a National Policy Framework for AI, a guide to advancing the administration’s push for a uniform approach to AI policy. The framework builds on a series of earlier actions, including a Day One Executive Order (EO) calling for the removal of policies seen as barriers to early AI innovation,…

April 3, 2026 at 8:55 PM

7 Things Music Creators Need To Know About The HITS Act For The 2026 Tax Filing Season

Last July, the Recording-Academy-backed Helping Independent Tracks Succeed (HITS) Act was signed into law, marking a major milestone for the music community after more than five years of dedicated advocacy by the Academy and its members. As we approach the 2026 tax filing deadline — Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to file 2025 tax returns — here's what music makers need…

March 23, 2026 at 10:13 PM

How The 68th Grammy Awards Pushed Advocacy Forward: Amplifying Urgent Issues & Strengthening Bonds With Capitol Hill

This year's Grammy Week marked a defining chapter for the Grammy organization's Advocacy initiatives. Through impactful briefings and meaningful engagement with members of both Congress and the Recording Academy, the Academy's Advocacy team amplified the urgent issues impacting music creators today, from the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) to the policy considerations shaping the future of music. Advocacy…

March 20, 2026 at 7:24 PM

2026 Grammys: 9 Winners & Nominees Who Champion Music People & Advocacy

The winners and nominees at the 2026 Grammys exemplify a long-standing commitment to music advocacy, demonstrating that artistic excellence and civic engagement go hand in hand. Across genres and generations, these creators are using their platforms to protect music makers, advance smart policy, and strengthen the future of the creative community. From Leon Thomas leading Music Advocacy Day 2025 to…

February 23, 2026 at 5:07 PM

Advocacy In Action: How The Recording Academy Pushed State And Local Advocacy Forward In 2025

Throughout 2025, the Recording Academy continued to expand its advocacy work to support music creators at the state and local level. With its members mobilizing across 45 states and in Washington, D.C., the Academy pushed forward policies that strengthened protections for music creators and supported the broader music ecosystem through coordinated grassroots advocacy, powerful public testimony, and local member engagement.…

January 15, 2026 at 9:36 PM

Senate Hearing On The American Music Fairness Act With Rock Icon Gene Simmons Declares It’s Time To Pay Music Creators: “AMFA Is The Answer To This Injustice”

On Tuesday, Dec.9, the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property held a hearing titled Balancing the Interests of Local Radio, Songwriters, and Performers in the Digital Age. The hearing highlighted a long-standing inequity in the music community: Creators do not receive royalties when their sound recordings are broadcast on traditional AM/FM radio. The hearing witnesses included rock legend Gene Simmons,…

December 17, 2025 at 10:14 PM

Recording Academy Appoints Dani Deahl & Taylor Hanson As Co-Chairs Of National Advocacy Committee

The Recording Academy has announced the new appointment of Taylor Hanson and the reappointment of Dani Deahl as Co-Chairs of its National Advocacy Committee, a group of performers, songwriters, producers, and engineers dedicated to championing creators' rights at both the state and federal levels. The National Advocacy Committee plays a vital role in shaping the organization's legislative priorities in close…

October 30, 2025 at 3:58 PM

Music Swings Votes: New Orleans Mayoral Candidates Address The City’s Music Economy

On Oct. 8, the Recording Academy partnered with Louisiana Music Partners and the Music and Culture Coalition of New Orleans (MaCCNO) to host Music Swings Votes, a mayoral candidate forum focused on New Orleans' vibrant music economy. Held three days before the mayoral primary, the forum gave City Council Vice President Helena Moreno, State Sen. Royce Duplessis, and City Councilmember…

October 28, 2025 at 5:49 PM

Inside The Recording Academy’s Hispanic Heritage Month 2025 Celebration On Capitol Hill: Latin Music History, Dancing Senators & Conga Lines

On Monday night (Sept. 29), less than a week after Music Advocacy Day 2025, the Recording Academy presented a celebration in the historic Kennedy Caucus Room on Capitol Hill honoring the global impact of Latin music and the wide-reaching influence of Latin and Hispanic creators. One of the Recording Academy's official Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, the event – titled An…

October 3, 2025 at 10:53 PM

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis Declares Oct. 1 Music Advocacy Day

Every year during Music Advocacy Day, the Recording Academy demonstrates the breadth and reach of music in every state and in every community. While Music Advocacy Day officially took place on Sept. 25, with more than 2,100 Recording Academy members participating in over 200 meetings with their Congressional representatives across the country, its impact continues to resonate. On Oct. 1,…

October 2, 2025 at 9:16 PM

These Recent Legislative Developments Are Pushing AI To The Forefront. Here’s What Creators Need To Know Now.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to be a central issue in Washington, D.C., and across the creative industries, with increasing attention focusing on how AI models are trained and the implications for copyright law. An impactful wave of legislative developments around AI has filled the summer — here are a few that matter most to creators. July kicked off with a…

August 19, 2025 at 6:17 PM

The Restoring Artistic Protection Act Is Reintroduced In Congress To Protect Creative Expression: Analysis

Last month, the Recording Academy joined Reps. Hank Johnson (D-GA) and Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA) to reintroduce the Restoring Artistic Protection Act, commonly known as the RAP Act, an important step toward safeguarding First Amendment rights for artists. In partnership with the bill's sponsors, the Recording Academy, Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC), the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE), PEN…

August 6, 2025 at 12:58 PM

The HITS Act Is Finally Signed Into Law. Here’s How The Recording Academy Led the Way For This Victory.

In a major win for the music community, the Help Independent Tracks Succeed (HITS) Act was signed into law on July 4 as part of a larger domestic policy package. This monumental victory is a direct result of years of persistent advocacy by the Recording Academy and its members, which have collectively championed the HITS Act from its inception to…

July 25, 2025 at 5:47 PM

From AI Protections to Ticketing Reform: How GRAMMY Nominees & Members Led 2024’s Advocacy Wins

As the creative community unites to rebuild after the devastating Los Angeles fires, the Recording Academy is proud to have raised $24 million over GRAMMY weekend for wildfire relief, showcasing the resilience and dedication of its members and allies. As 2025 begins, highlighting the music industry's strength and commitment in the wake of these destructive wildfires, the Recording Academy reflects…

February 26, 2025 at 4:50 PM

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