We have received text from H.R. 7813: NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act. This bill was received on 2026-03-05, and currently has 4 cosponsors.
Here is a short summary of the bill:
The NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act proposes several changes to enhance and improve the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) weather radio system, which is crucial for broadcasting weather-related information to the public. Below are key aspects of the bill:
Establishing and Maintaining a Nationwide Radio Network
The bill requires the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere to establish or maintain a nationwide weather radio network, known as NOAA Weather Radio. This network will:
- Broadcast weather information, including emergency watches and warnings.
- Operate 24/7 to ensure constant availability.
- Be designed to withstand emergencies, such as power outages and loss of cellular service.
Coverage and Reliability
The Under Secretary will ensure the reliability of the weather radio system by:
- Maintaining support for existing broadcast systems before implementing new technologies, especially in areas with limited cellular service.
- Consistently monitoring operations and performing timely repairs on broadcasting equipment.
Modernization Initiatives
The Under Secretary is tasked with modernizing and expanding the NOAA Weather Radio system to enhance its value to the public. This includes:
- Improving communication methods for hazardous weather risks.
- Enhancing the urgency and clarity of weather warnings.
- Adding the capability to disseminate non-weather emergency messages.
- Acquiring more transmitters to increase coverage, particularly in areas vulnerable to rapid weather events and underserved communities.
- Creating satellite and internet-based alert dissemination options.
Research and Development
The bill encourages conducting research and development to modernize specific weather warnings. Improvements should aim to enhance the geographical reach and precision of the weather alerts.
Assessment of Access to NOAA Weather Radio
Within one year after the bill's enactment, the Under Secretary is required to assess how accessible NOAA Weather Radio is to the public, focusing on issues such as:
- Input from relevant weather enterprise stakeholders and third-party platforms.
- The compatibility of NOAA management systems for consistent access.
- Centralized aggregation of broadcast feeds as a redundancy measure.
Funding Provisions
The bill authorizes appropriations for the NOAA Weather Radio's operation and modernization, including:
- $20 million for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2031.
- $100 million for fiscal year 2026 to support modernization efforts.
Staffing Plans and Employee Classification
The bill also addresses staffing within the National Weather Service by requiring the submission of a five-year staffing plan to ensure sufficient personnel in critical roles related to public safety. This would include classifying relevant positions as protective service occupations to enhance staffing rights and protections.
Standards Development for Flash Flood Alert Systems
The Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology may support the development of standards for flash flood emergency alert systems, focusing on areas prone to flooding while ensuring accessibility for communities lacking broadband or current emergency systems.
Clerical Amendments
The bill includes necessary clerical amendments to existing legislation to facilitate the above changes and ensure coherence within the statutory framework.
Relevant Companies
- NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) - The organization directly involved with weather services will have operational adjustments and enhancements as mandated by the bill.
- GOOG (Alphabet Inc.) - As a provider of weather data through its platforms, they may need to adapt to changes in communication protocols or data integration methods mandated by the bill.
Representative Brian Babin Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Representative Brian Babin:
- H.R.7813: NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act
- H.R.7273: NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026
- H.R.4055: Dialysis-Related Amyloidosis Treatment Act of 2025
- H.R.3706: SUSHI Act
- H.R.3705: Fog Observations and Geographic Forecasting Act
- H.R.3179: To rename the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge located in the State of Texas as the "Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge".
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