System/Policy
5 things you need to know about threats to CPB funding
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The likelihood of total defunding seems slim — but public media would surely see some changes if support really were cut.
"The Pub" Podcast
‘The Pub’ #91: What would actually happen if they defunded CPB
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And a sitting CPB board member discusses why the corporation should be defunded.
System/Policy
CPB says Trump budget will aim to rescind FY2018 appropriation
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Future appropriations are also at risk.
System/Policy
Trump budget seeks to zero out CPB funding by 2018
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“The policy is, we’re ending federal involvement with the Corporation for Public Broadcasting,” said Office of Management and Budget Director Mick Mulvaney.
System/Policy
CPB study aims to map stations’ equipment needs, shape strategies for upgrades
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CPB and Eagle Hill Consulting are asking all local stations — radio, TV and joint licensees — to complete the assessment by March 31.
System/Policy
White House cancels Obama nominations for CPB Board, FCC
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The White House has not contacted CPB about any new nominations.
Awards
NPR’s Andrea de Leon to receive PRNDI’s Leo C. Lee Award, and other awards in public media
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Also, New Yorker writer Jelani Cobb will receive a Writers Guild award for his contributions to a “Frontline” documentary.
Programs/Content
‘Big Footprint’ journalism coming from CPB-backed collaboration
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Three joint licensees will share $500,000.
System/Policy
When GOP last held control, funding for public broadcasting remained steady
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But the first possible hurdle for CPB funding in the new administration could come fairly soon.