Noncommercial radio station grants eligibility modifications and appropriation

Summary

The bill tightens the criteria that Minnesota noncommercial FM and AM stations must meet to receive state grant money, adding staffing, broadcast hours, programming, and financial thresholds. It also earmarks a one‑time $165,000 from the 2027 general fund for the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations to provide resources and training to its members. The changes aim to ensure grant funds go to stations that are financially stable, locally focused, and publicly accountable.

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