Statement from MPAA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin on the selection of Rep. Nadler as Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee

WASHINGTON – The following is a statement from Charles Rivkin, Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), on the selection of Representative Jerry Nadler to serve as Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee.

“The MPAA congratulates Ranking Member Jerry Nadler on his victory and commends the House Democratic Caucus for their wise selection of the next Democratic leader for the House Judiciary Committee. We look forward to working with Rep. Nadler to protect the rights of creators and promote a strong creative economy that supports 5.5 million American jobs.”

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