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NOAA: Independent Ocean and Atmosphere Research Agency

This act establishes the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) as an independent government agency responsible for scientific research concerning Earth, oceans, and weather. The goal is to improve natural phenomenon forecasting, protect marine resources, and provide citizens with reliable environmental information.
Key points
NOAA becomes an independent agency, aiming to streamline its operations and focus on Earth system science.
The agency will conduct broad research, from atmosphere to oceans, including weather and space phenomena forecasting.
The role of the National Weather Service in providing forecasts and warnings for natural hazards will be strengthened.
A new Science Advisory Board will advise on research strategies and the application of science to resource management.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3980
Sponsor: Rep. Lucas, Frank D. [R-OK-3]
Process start date: 2023-06-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3980.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • NOAA becomes an independent agency, aiming to streamline its operations and focus on Earth system science.
  • The agency will conduct broad research, from atmosphere to oceans, including weather and space phenomena forecasting.
  • The role of the National Weather Service in providing forecasts and warnings for natural hazards will be strengthened.
  • A new Science Advisory Board will advise on research strategies and the application of science to resource management.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lucas, Frank D. [R-OK-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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