USAFAI51-303 — Publication Of Books And Other "works"

USAFAI51-303 governs copyright and ethics issues involving books, papers, and other works generated at the Air Force Academy.

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  • Publication number: USAFAI51-303
  • Title: PUBLICATION OF BOOKS AND OTHER "WORKS"
  • Date: 2021-09-30

View USAFAI51-303 on armypubs.army.mil

The publication addresses government works, contractors, fair use, compilations, FOIA requests, infringement claims, litigation, and authority delegations. It requires copyright interests to be addressed through releases, licenses, or government purchases in specified circumstances.

Topics covered

  • Copyright ownership
  • Government works
  • Contractor-generated works
  • Fair use
  • Copyrightable compilations
  • FOIA requests
  • Infringement claims
  • Authority delegations

Questions and answers

When does the government own a copyright?

The government does not "own" copyrights unless it purchases or receives assignments of a copyright from an individual or entity that owns a copyright. (paragraph 2)

What rights does copyright establish for authors?

A copyright establishes exclusive legal rights for authors over their works for a limited period of time. (paragraph 3)

Who governs the copyright rights of contractor employees?

If a contractor employee prepares a work that is eligible for copyright protection, the rights to the copyright are governed by the contract. (paragraph 6)

What does the government generally acquire in copyrighted contractor works?

As a general rule, the government acquires only a nonexclusive license in copyrighted works prepared under a funding agreement, (i.e., procurement contract, grant cooperative agreement) or under a cooperative research and development agreement (CRADA). (paragraph 6)

How should FOIA requests for works be reviewed?

All FOIA requests should be reviewed by your supporting legal office.

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