US Senate News:
Source: United States Senator for Massachusetts Ed Markey
Text of Letter (PDF)
Washington (December 1, 2022) – As automakers move swiftly to meet rising consumer demand for electric vehicles (EVs), Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today sent letters to 20 car manufacturers requesting that they maintain AM radio in their vehicles, including new EV models. In his letter, Senator Markey explained that consumers still value AM radio and stressed that free broadcast radio is a critical, reliable channel for local, state, and federal government officials – including the President of the United States, governors, mayors, and emergency management and public safety officers – to communicate with the public. Senator Markey further urged automakers to adopt technological solutions to address any…
