Broadcasters Praised On House Floor

With broadcasters in town to press the flesh and their issues with members of Congress -- the National Association of Broadcasters State Leadership Conference fly-in occurred during the week of Feb 23, and House members took to the floor on Feb. 26 to praise their local TV and radio stations for everything from preserving the First Amendment and raising money for charity to being the first informers in times of emergency. "For decades broadcasters have been the first ones to respond to disasters and emergencies," Rep Kevin Cramer (R-ND) said, and have "saved numerous lives." He said broadcasters had played a "vital role" in the quality of life in communities around the country.