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Senate panel proposes level FY21 funding for CPB, $20M for interconnection
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The final legislation is expected to come before the full Appropriations panel for a vote Thursday.
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President Donald Trump is continuing his efforts to wind down funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, but without success so far. Lawmakers have recommended level funding for CPB despite Trump’s proposals. As Congress continues work on the budget, catch up on what’s happened so far with our reporting, podcasts, commentaries and explainers.
The final legislation is expected to come before the full Appropriations panel for a vote Thursday.
The bill also would provide $20 million for interconnection.
CPB also asked for $20 million for interconnection and $30 million for Ready To Learn.
The law also provides $20 million for public broadcasting’s interconnection work.
America’s Public Television Stations opened its annual Public Media Summit Monday.