H.R. 979 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025
H.R. 979 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) has passed the house — introduced on Feb 5, 2025, sponsored by Gus M. Bilirakis with 317 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Passed the House
- Introduced
- Feb 5, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 317
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
What it does
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025 This bill requires the Department of Transportation (DOT) to issue a rule requiring AM radio capabilities to be standard in all new passenger vehicles. (AM radio is often used to deliver emergency alerts and news and entertainment programming; some newer vehicles do not include AM equipment.) Specifically, this bill applies to passenger vehicles (1) manufactured in the United States for s…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Gus M. Bilirakis (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 158 Democrats, 159 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 5, 2025
- Passed the HouseSep 15, 2026
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 622. (Sep 16, 2026)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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