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PBS Faces $1.1 Billion Cut, Threatening Kids' Education

8/5/2025

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In July 2025, Congress slashed $1.1 billion from PBS's federal funding, jeopardizing its vital educational programming for children. As PBS delivers 45% of kids' educational TV content, this cut threatens the future of quality learning resources, risking a shift towards less impactful programming and diminishing access to research-backed educational media.

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In July 2025, Congress slashed $1.1 billion from PBS's federal funding, jeopardizing its vital educational programming for children. As PBS delivers 45% of kids' educational TV content, this cut threatens the future of quality learning resources, risking a shift towards less impactful programming and diminishing access to research-backed educational media.