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AM Radio in Every New Vehicle: Ensuring Emergency Information Access

New law mandates that all new passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. must include AM radio as standard equipment. This ensures citizens have access to critical emergency alerts, even when other communication systems fail. Car manufacturers must provide this feature without extra charges.
Key points
All new passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. must include AM radio as standard equipment.
The goal is to ensure access to the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) during emergencies.
Manufacturers cannot charge extra for AM radio access.
Vehicles without AM radio manufactured before the rule's effective date must be clearly labeled.
State and local laws regarding AM radio in vehicles will be superseded by this federal law.
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Status: Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_315
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2025-01-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_315.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All new passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. must include AM radio as standard equipment.
  • The goal is to ensure access to the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) during emergencies.
  • Manufacturers cannot charge extra for AM radio access.
  • Vehicles without AM radio manufactured before the rule's effective date must be clearly labeled.
  • State and local laws regarding AM radio in vehicles will be superseded by this federal law.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 39.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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