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Prohibition of Federal Funding for National Public Radio (NPR)

This bill aims to completely stop federal funding for National Public Radio (NPR). This means NPR and any related organizations will no longer receive money from the government, which could impact their operations and program availability for citizens.
Key points
The act introduces a complete ban on federal funds being made available to National Public Radio (NPR) and its successor organizations.
The prohibition covers both direct and indirect forms of support, including membership fees or the purchase of programming by public broadcast stations using federal funds.
These changes may affect the funding and operation of public media in the U.S., potentially altering the programming available to listeners.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1595
Sponsor: Rep. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3]
Process start date: 2025-02-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Defund NPR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1595.

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 2025-02-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act introduces a complete ban on federal funds being made available to National Public Radio (NPR) and its successor organizations.
  • The prohibition covers both direct and indirect forms of support, including membership fees or the purchase of programming by public broadcast stations using federal funds.
  • These changes may affect the funding and operation of public media in the U.S., potentially altering the programming available to listeners.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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