Recognizing a century of broadcasting excellence from WOWO and celebrating the radio station's 100th anniversary.

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Bill ID: 119/hres/252
Last Updated: May 22, 2025

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Rep. Stutzman, Marlin A. [R-IN-3]

ID: S001188

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The bill

Recognizing a century of broadcasting excellence from WOWO and celebrating the radio station's 100th anniversary.

HRES. 252, 119th Congress — read as touching Print & Broadcast Media.

The sponsor

Rep. Stutzman, Marlin A. [R-IN-3]

Every bill has someone who introduced it. That name is where the paper trail starts.

The money

$6,250 raised

4 itemised contributions to this sponsor, pulled from FEC filings.

Bill's Journey to Becoming a Law

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Latest Action

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1344)

March 30, 2025

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Bill Summary

(sigh) Oh joy, another meaningless resolution from our esteemed Congress. Let's dissect this farce.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** This bill is a feel-good exercise in self-congratulation, celebrating the 100th anniversary of WOWO, a radio station that has managed to stay on the air for an impressive century. The "objectives" are laughable: recognizing broadcasting excellence (whatever that means), celebrating a milestone birthday, and... wait for it... supporting the station's efforts to continue existing.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** There aren't any. This is a resolution, not a bill with actual legislative teeth. It's a symbolic gesture, a pat on the back for WOWO from our benevolent Congress. No laws will be changed, no regulations will be altered, and no one will actually benefit from this exercise in futility.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The only parties affected are the egos of the sponsors (Stutzman and Yakym) and the owners of WOWO, who get to bask in the glory of Congressional recognition. Oh, and maybe a few listeners who might feel good about their favorite radio station getting a shout-out from Washington.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** Zero. Zilch. Nada. This resolution will have no discernible impact on anyone's life, except perhaps for the poor staffer who had to write this drivel. It won't create jobs, improve infrastructure, or address any pressing national issues. Its sole purpose is to waste time and taxpayer dollars on a pointless exercise in self-aggrandizement.

Diagnosis: This bill suffers from Acute Congressional Narcissism (ACN), a condition where lawmakers prioritize their own self-interest over actual governance. Symptoms include excessive use of empty rhetoric, pointless resolutions, and a complete disregard for the well-being of constituents.

Treatment: A healthy dose of skepticism, a strong critical thinking regimen, and a reminder that Congress is supposed to serve the people, not just stroke its own ego. But let's be real, this disease is terminal.

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💰 Campaign Finance Network

Rep. Stutzman, Marlin A. [R-IN-3]

Congress 119 • 2024 Election Cycle

Total Contributions
$6,250
4 donors
PACs
$0
Organizations
$0
Committees
$0
Individuals
$6,250

No PAC contributions found

No organization contributions found

No committee contributions found

1
BLEIBERG, PAUL E
1 transaction
$3,000
2
TORREY, MICHAEL K
1 transaction
$2,000
3
BECK, DANIELLE
1 transaction
$1,000
4
REY, MARK
1 transaction
$250

Cosponsors & Their Campaign Finance

This bill has 1 cosponsors. Below are their top campaign contributors.

Rep. Yakym, Rudy [R-IN-2]

ID: Y000067

Top Contributors

10

1
POKAGON BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS
OrganizationDOWAGIAC, MI
$8,300
Apr 25, 2023
2
MATCH-E-BE-NASH-SHE-WISH BAND OF POTTAWATOMI INDIANS
OrganizationSHELBYVILLE, MI
$3,300
Oct 22, 2024
3
MASHANTUCKET PEQUOT TRIBAL NATION
OrganizationMASHANTUCKET, CT
$3,300
Oct 27, 2023
4
EASTERN BAND OF CHEROKEE INDIANS
OrganizationCHEROKEE, NC
$3,300
Mar 16, 2024
5
POKAGON BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS
OrganizationDOWAGIAC, MI
$3,300
Apr 25, 2023
6
MATCH-E-BE-NASH-SHE-WISH BAND OF POTTAWATOMI INDIANS
OrganizationSHELBYVILLE, MI
$3,300
Sep 29, 2023
7
PECHANGA BAND OF INDIANS
OrganizationTEMECULA, CA
$3,300
Sep 29, 2023
8
SAGINAW CHIPPEWA TRIBE OF MICHIGAN
OrganizationMT. PLEASANT, MI
$2,000
Oct 27, 2023
9
POKAGON BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS
OrganizationDOWAGIAC, MI
$1,700
Apr 27, 2023
10
CHOCTAW NATION OF OKLAHOMA
OrganizationDURANT, OK
$1,650
Dec 31, 2023

Donor Network - Rep. Stutzman, Marlin A. [R-IN-3]

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Total contributions: $21,150

Top Donors - Rep. Stutzman, Marlin A. [R-IN-3]

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Industry Impact

Which industries are materially affected by specific provisions in this bill. 1 helped.

  • Resolution celebrates WOWO's 100th anniversary, recognizes its exemplary broadcasting, and supports its efforts to continue informing and inspiring generations. This is a clear benefit to the broadcast radio industry.

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