No More Funding for NPR Act of 2025
No More Funding for NPR Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Summary of the No More Funding for NPR Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does** This bill would eliminate all federal government funding for NPR (National Public Radio) and prevent public broadcasting stations from using federal money to pay NPR dues or purchase its programming. It would also take back certain federal funds previously given to NPR. The only exception would be emergency funding during disasters when NPR is needed to quickly share critical safety information with the public. **Who It Affects** The bill would directly impact NPR, public radio stations that rely on NPR content and funding, and NPR employees.
Indirectly, it could affect the millions of listeners who use NPR for news and programming. Public broadcasting stations would need to find alternative funding sources or programming if the bill passes. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Dale Strong (R-AL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
CRS Official Summary
No More Funding for NPR Act of 2025This bill prohibits federal funding of National Public Radio (NPR) or any successor organization and rescinds certain funds that were provided to NPR.The prohibition includes the payment of dues to or the purchase of programming from NPR by a public broadcast station using federal funds. The prohibition does not include funds made available to NPR during certain periods of disaster response and for the sole purpose of disseminating urgent information to protect public safety.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.