House Passage of AM Radio for Every Vehicle
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 979 – the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. This legislation directs federal agencies to issue a rule that compels automobile manufacturers to install AM radio for new vehicles. The bill now heads to the U.S. Senate for further consideration.
Following House passage of the bill, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), who voted for the bill and is a co-sponsor of the legislation, issued the following statement:
“AM radio is a tested and tried technology that reliably delivers news in real-time to people while they are driving. Access to this technology can be life-saving during a disaster, particularly in rural areas where redundant communications systems are essential.
“With this bill, those who live in and/or drive through rural communities will continue to receive reliable signal and service through AM radio.
“I urged House leadership to bring this bill to a vote. I am proud that the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act is one step closer to becoming law.”
September 16, 2026 @ 1:27 pm
I believe that groceries and gas prices should be the priority here. Certainly not trying to enact a law for new vehicles to have AM RADIO thus raising the new car prices even higher….
September 16, 2026 @ 12:32 pm
Let’s work on gas and food prices ..
September 16, 2026 @ 10:22 am
People can’t afford gas to get to work. What are you doing about that? People can’t afford to put food on the table. What are you doing about that?
Eligible voters need to get registered to vote. Vote early if you can to get your vote in.
September 16, 2026 @ 12:23 pm
Please tell me this is a September Fool’s joke. THIS is the “important stuff” you’re working on? What’s next—your take on the FBI now allowing agents who have engaged in beastiality? Oops, that’s already been defended by Ka$h Patel yesterday. You missed your chance.
September 16, 2026 @ 12:05 pm
I think the shortage of affordable housing is a more important issue than am radio. Let’s try fixing that first.