Defund Government-Sponsored Propaganda Act

# HR 1216: Defund Government-Sponsored Propaganda Act – Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would eliminate all federal funding for PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) and NPR (National Public Radio), effective immediately. It would also prohibit public broadcasting stations from using federal money to purchase programming from these organizations or pay membership dues to them. Additionally, any money that would have gone to PBS or NPR between 2025-2027 would instead be redirected to the U.S. Treasury to help pay down the national debt. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly impacts PBS and NPR, which currently receive federal funding through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

It would also affect public television and radio stations across the country that rely on PBS and NPR programming, as well as the millions of Americans who watch and listen to these services. Employees at these organizations could potentially be affected by changes to operations or staffing. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-NY).