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Federal Funding for Public Broadcasting Update
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August 7, 2006
The US Senate Appropriations Committee recently approved funding recommendations for several of public broadcasting's major programming, educational and outreach services. While domestic and international issues continue to exert pressure on governmental spending, these recommendations give public broadcasting a stronger position in the upcoming 2007 budget negotiations.
However, a major challenge is still ahead. The House Appropriations Committee has taken a much more draconian approach, voting to zero out several important programs for public broadcasting, including key infrastructure and education programs. To address this and other discrepancies between the Senate and House bills, representatives from both chambers could begin deliberations in early September when Congress returns from its recess. We ask that you remain vigilant in your support and urge your Representative to approve full funding for public broadcasting.
Your South Central Texas Representatives:
Congressman Henry Bonilla
SA office: 210-697-9055
Laredo office: 956-726-4682
DC office: 202-225-4511
Web: www.house.gov/bonilla
Congressman Henry Cuellar
SA office: 210-271-2851
Laredo office: 956-725-0639
DC office: 202-225-1640
Web: www.house.gov/cuellar
Congressman Charles Gonzalez
SA office: 210-472-6195
DC office: 202-225-3236
Web: www.house.gov/gonzalez
Congressman Lamar Smith
SA office: 210-821-5024
DC office: 202-225-4236
Web: lamarsmith.house.gov
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