Baumgartner Applauds Passage of The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025

Baumgartner Applauds Passage of The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025 September 16, 2026 | Press Releases September 15, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) celebrates passage of The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025 . This bipartisan bill would require that AM broadcast stations be accessible in all passenger motor vehicles imported into, shipped within, or manufactured and sold within the United States. “AM radio remains a critical tool for keeping Americans informed, especially when severe weather, wildfires, or other emergencies disrupt our normal communications,” said Congressman Baumgartner . “ The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025 will help ensure drivers can continue to access the important source of emergency information wherever they are.” The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025 Background: AM radio remains an important part of the nation’s emergency alert system, providing a way for communities to receive critical information during emergencies and disasters; The legislation directs the DOT to establish rules in consultation with FEMA and the FCC to ensure AM radio is accessible to drivers; For vehicles sold before the new requirement takes effect, manufacturers would have to clearly disclose if the vehicle does not include AM radio access and could not charge an additional fee for AM access during that period; Requires the Government Accountability Office to study how AM radio and other technologies can deliver emergency alerts to people in vehicles. Congressman Baumgartner cosponsored The AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025, and it passed the House by a voice vote. This will now head to the Senate for consideration.