The Senate Commerce Committee has passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, much to the delight of the NAB. The organization has been pushing for passage since 2023.
NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt shared a statement after the bill’s committee passage. Additionally, ee thanked Sens. Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Ed Markey (D-MA) for their persistence in helping the bill continue.
“NAB applauds the Senate Commerce Committee for rapidly advancing the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act with overwhelming bipartisan support,” said LeGeyt. “In just one week since its introduction, this legislation has already gained nearly half of the Senate as cosponsors and cleared a key committee, demonstrating the broad recognition of AM radio’s vital role in keeping Americans informed and safe.
“This bill is essential to ensure that Americans continue to have access to AM radio’s critical local news, diverse community programming and life-saving emergency information in times of crisis. AM radio is the backbone of the Emergency Alert System, providing a resilient and reliable communications lifeline.
“We are grateful for the leadership of Sens. Cruz and Markey, Ranking Member Cantwell and the bipartisan cosponsors of this bill for recognizing AM radio’s indispensable role. We urge the full Senate to move quickly to pass this legislation to ensure AM radio remains accessible to all Americans.”
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