As the AM For Every Vehicle Act closes in on the majority of votes needed to pass in both the Senate and House of Representatives, the NAB is releasing a brand new report on AM radio’s importance as a cornerstone of America’s emergency communication infrastructure.
The seven-page report, titled “AM Radio is Vital to Ensuring Public Safety,” digs into the true, personal stories of how the band has saved lives across the country – from the Maui wildfires to Arkansas tornados. AM’s capacity to transmit over long distances and resilience in extreme conditions make it a reliable source for critical updates, especially when cellular and internet services fail in rural areas and in times of crisis.
When other communications fail and electricity goes out, automobiles are often the only source of power – radios with wheels for…
