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National Weather Service Communication Upgrade: Faster Warnings for Citizens

This act aims to modernize the communication system used by the U.S. National Weather Service. This means citizens can expect faster and more reliable weather information, enhancing their safety during natural hazards. These changes are intended to improve the National Weather Service's ability to warn the public.
Key points
Replacing the old National Weather Service communication system with a modern, commercial off-the-shelf solution hosted on the public cloud.
Ensuring better system performance to accommodate a growing number of users and future development needs.
Authorizing $3 million annually for fiscal years 2023-2026 to fund these improvements, ensuring system continuity and development.
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Additional Information
National Weather Service Communications Improvement Act
Print number: HR 7361
Sponsor: Rep. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-4]
Process start date: 2022-04-01