Ernst Pushes to Keep Iowans in the Loop

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is supporting the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act to protect Iowans’ access to news by requiring automakers to maintain AM radio in their vehicles. This legislation also protects consumers from a separate or additional charge for this technology. 

“Iowans rely on our AM radio stations to receive updates on weather, business, government, and commodity prices, which is why it is so important that we continue this important avenue of communication,” said Ernst. “I’m working to ensure folks across our state can stay in the loop through this resource that delivers timely information.”

During national emergencies, such as the 2020 derecho that devastated large portions of Iowa, AM radio remains a key communication service to relay life-saving information and updates.

Read the bill text here. 

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