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Improved Weather Forecasts: New Radars for Citizen Safety

This bill aims to enhance weather forecasts and warnings for hazardous phenomena like storms and floods. With new radar systems, weather information will be more accurate, increasing safety and allowing better preparation for severe conditions. Citizens will gain faster access to crucial weather data.
Key points
Requires a plan to improve radar coverage within one year, leading to more accurate weather forecasts.
Prioritizes placing new radars in locations serving at least 200,000 people or where severe weather frequently occurs.
New radars will be installed at least 75 miles from existing stations to fill gaps in the current system.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4912
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson, Jeff [D-NC-14]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To require the evaluation of certain criteria relating to locations for deployment of successor radar systems of the National Weather Service, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4912.

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 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a plan to improve radar coverage within one year, leading to more accurate weather forecasts.
  • Prioritizes placing new radars in locations serving at least 200,000 people or where severe weather frequently occurs.
  • New radars will be installed at least 75 miles from existing stations to fill gaps in the current system.
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. Jackson, Jeff [D-NC-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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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