Public Broadcasting Act of 1967

The Public Broadcasting Act of 1967 established a framework for public broadcasting in the United States. It created the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which funds and supports non-commercial television and radio stations. The Act aimed to ensure that quality educational and cultural programming is accessible to all Americans, promoting diversity and community engagement. It recognized the importance of independent, non-profit media in providing informative content without the influence of commercial interests, thus contributing to an informed citizenry and enriching public discourse.