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Panel approves bill allowing Alabama Public Television to pursue additional funding and grant matches
Summary
The committee approved HB 461 to permit Alabama Public Television to pursue federal funds and use foundation money as match, while members raised a question about an existing "propaganda" term in past legislation.
The State Government committee voted to approve House Bill 461, which would allow Alabama Public Television to pursue additional revenue sources and use foundation funds as matching money for grants.
A bill sponsor told the committee that the legislature and governor have encouraged Alabama Public Television, a nonprofit, to seek other revenue streams so it will not rely solely on state…
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