LeGeyt Praises Speaker Johnson’s Support Of Radio’s ‘Vital Role’

With the election of Louisiana Representative Mike Johnson to Speaker of the House, Washington, DC is abuzz with how the new leader’s deeply conservative politics will shape the upcoming election year. One aspect is certain, Speaker Johnson’s track record shows he is a positive force for radio on Capitol Hill.

Speaker Johnson is a co-sponsor of the AM For Every Vehicle Act, which would mandate the band as a safety feature in all future automobiles sold in the US. He was an early co-sponsor of the Local Radio Freedom Act, aiming to protect broadcasters from on-air performance taxes wanted by labels.

NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt congratulated the Speaker on his election, saying, “His leadership will be vital as the House returns to work to confront the numerous challenges we face as a country. Speaker Johnson has consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of the vital role broadcasters play in our communities. We look forward to continuing to work together to advance policies that support the lifeline service and trusted journalism broadcasters provide to the public.”