CONGRESSMAN COSTA ANNOUNCES FUNDS AVAILABLE TO THE 20TH DISTRICT

Fresno, CA - Today, Congressman Jim Costa (CA-20)announced public broadcasting funds awarded to Kern Countyfrom the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. More than $8.8 million will be awarded to radio stations across the United Statesto help with the transition to Digital Services.

"Digitaltechnology greatly enhances radio stations' ability to provide services to thepublic," Congressman Costa said.

KPRX-FMin Bakersfield is one of four radio stations in California that will bereceiving part of the awarded funds. Thegrant is allocated from monies provided by Congress, state governments andlocal stations.

"Thefunds offered will aid many radio stations in their switch from analog todigital transmission," Costa concluded.

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