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Ending Taxpayer Funding for National Public Radio

This bill aims to stop taxpayer funding for National Public Radio (NPR). This means public broadcast stations receiving federal funds will no longer be able to use them to support NPR, potentially affecting the availability of certain radio programs for citizens.
Key points
The bill prohibits the use of federal funds to support National Public Radio (NPR).
This includes direct funding, as well as purchasing programming or paying dues by public stations that receive federal funds.
The change may impact the programming offered by radio stations that previously relied on federally funded NPR content.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8919
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13]
Process start date: 2022-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NPR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8919.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The bill prohibits the use of federal funds to support National Public Radio (NPR).
  • This includes direct funding, as well as purchasing programming or paying dues by public stations that receive federal funds.
  • The change may impact the programming offered by radio stations that previously relied on federally funded NPR content.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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