As you know, some automakers are taking AM receivers out of their electric vehicles. FM will be next if we do not stop this practice now. So, take some time over Thanksgiving to let your members of Congress know about the importance of the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.
We need to pass the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act this year! The legislation has passed both the House and Senate Commerce Committees. While the AM bill has tremendous overall support, it will have to be attached to a larger “must pass” bill moving through Congress during the “lame duck” session.
NYSBA has been in contact with all members of the New York Congressional Delegation. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries will be key to getting the AM bill passed this year.
While we are cautiously optimistic, additional political support will help move this over the goal line. Moving legislation during the “lame duck” session of Congress can be difficult. We need to get all members of the New York delegation to reach out to their respective leadership and urge them to attach the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act to legislation that will pass this year.
Here is how you can help:
Run the AM radio spots prepared by the NAB by clicking here.
Use the live reads prepared by NAB by clicking here.
Social media - post the AM radio messages on your social media platforms by clicking here.
You, your friends and employees should contact your local member of Congress Representative as well as Senator Schumer and Senator Gillibrand by email and text with this easy-to-use link.
We want to demonstrate maximum political support over the next month.
The House legislation (H.R 8449) can be found here.
The Senate legislation (S. 1669) can be found here.