The Congress of Nuevo León approved an initiative proposed by local deputy Lorena de la Garza to amend Article 210 of the Federal Copyright Law. The initiative aims to strengthen the protection of authors and ensure they receive fair remuneration for the use of their works in public performances. The proposal seeks to enable municipalities to support the National Copyright Institute (INDAUTOR) in monitoring law compliance, especially when granting permits for concerts, theater plays, or artistic events. This would ensure that event organizers have the proper authorization to use the works. From the podium, Lorena de la Garza highlighted that behind every cultural event is the work of creators who often do not receive the recognition or compensation they deserve. 'When we talk about music, concerts, or shows, we almost always think about the artists we see on stage. But we rarely put at the center those who are behind every song: the authors, composers, and creators,' she noted. The legislator explained that the objective of the reform is to strengthen the coordination between INDAUTOR and municipal authorities, as it is the municipalities that grant licenses for public events. 'It is about providing clarity and certainty so that all events held in our municipalities respect the law and the rights of creators,' she stated. Lorena de la Garza also reported that she presented a complementary reform to the Municipal Government Law, requiring local regulations to establish that organizers must prove compliance with copyright regulations when requesting permits for events. The deputy explained that since this is a reform to a federal law, the draft approved by the state Congress will be sent to the Congress of the Union for its analysis. 'Let's make respect for intellectual property the norm and not the exception,' she concluded. 'Let's protect the talent of our artists and strengthen the rule of law from the local level,' she added. 'For many of them, music is not just an artistic expression; it is also their way of life and the livelihood for their families,' she pointed out.
