Alabama's congressional delegation in Washington will be making important decisions about federal budgets in the next few weeks. They are looking to make significant cuts to many programs, and vital funding for public media stations is at stake.

Your Representatives want to hear from constituents about what's important to them. If Alabama Public Television and PBS programming are important to you, we urge you to let them know that now.

It’s important to stress that Alabama Public Television provides the backbone of local and national emergency alerts and warnings for our cell phones and the airwaves; provides Alabama families with access to safe, educational content proven to help children succeed in school; supports local job training; preserves our communities’ history and culture; and delivers trusted local information.

Fewer than 40% of preschool age children in Alabama attend an educational pre-K program. PBS Kids programming is preparing most Alabama preschoolers for kindergarten.

In addition to the emergency broadcast system in Alabama, APT allows law enforcement agencies and emergency responders to communicate with one another via APT’s microwave towers.

APT is Alabama’s only locally owned full-power station, dedicated to sharing the state’s story. From high school sports and collaborations with the community college system to the most comprehensive state government coverage, APT highlights Alabama’s rich arts, culture, and community.

Please email your Representatives today and tell them why Alabama Public Television is worth protecting.
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Thank you.
Wayne Reid
Executive Director

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