Doug Collins actually said...

"Strong copyright protections are critical to promoting innovation and creativity, and they are critical to our economy."

"According to the International Intellectual Property Alliance, core copyright industries contribute more than $1 trillion to the U.S. GDP and make up almost 7 percent of the U.S. economy."

"Last year, the Music Modernization Act was signed into law. This bill is a culmination of years of work and the first major update of the music licensing system in a generation."

"Copyright is a right provided for by the U.S. Constitution. Strong copyright protections are critical to promoting innovation and creativity, and they are critical to our economy."