Political Quotes

“This bill reauthorizes the Sound Recording and Film Preservation Programs of the Library of Congress through the year 2016. The National Film Preservation Board was created in 1988 to address the rapid deterioration of important films. The Film Preservation Board is responsible for identifying and preserving films they deem are 'culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.' Along with the National Film Preservation Foundation, the Film Preservation Board ensures that all generations from all over the world will be able to view these remarkable films and experience their power and importance firsthand. The National Recording Preservation Board was created by the National Recording Preservation Act of 2000. There are currently 225 entries in the National Recording Registry, and that number may only continue to grow. From music to historical speeches, the Recording Preservation Board makes certain that future generations can experience these historically important and powerful sounds that helped shape decades. It is necessary that we reauthorize the Recording and Film Boards to allow them to continue their vital mission.”