AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act Clears US House, Both of Iowa's Senators Support It
The bill would require AM receivers in new cars at no extra cost, with supporters citing emergency alerts and 317 House co-sponsors.
- The House passed the Every Vehicle Act on Tuesday, mandating AM radio receivers as standard equipment in new passenger vehicles at no additional cost to consumers.
- Automakers had increasingly removed radio receivers from new models, particularly EVs, citing cost concerns and electromagnetic interference. However, some owners report the technology works flawlessly despite industry claims.
- Rep. Gus Bilirakis highlighted AM radio as an "indispensable lifeline during emergencies," noting FEMA includes it in its Integrated Public Alert and Warning System , serving millions in rural areas.
- The bill garnered broad support with 317 House co-sponsors and 61 in the Senate, including Senators Markey of Massachusetts and Ted Cruz of Texas in a rare show of bipartisanship.
- President Trump indicated his willingness to sign the bill into law, which would require every new vehicle sold in the United States to include AM radio within one year as it heads to the Senate.
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AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act clears US House, both of Iowa's senators support it
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For millions of drivers, AM radio remains a familiar source of local news, weather updates and emergency information, and supporters of a new bill say it should continue to be available in every new vehicle. The U.S. House of Representatives passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act by voice vote Tuesday, sending the measure to the Senate as lawmakers and broadcasters push to preserve access to AM radio in newer cars. Backers of the legislation …
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