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Strengthening Tsunami Warning and Education: Faster Alerts and Coastal Protection

This law reauthorizes and expands the Tsunami Warning and Education Act, significantly enhancing coastal safety for citizens. It mandates faster and more accurate warning issuance, improved hazard mapping, and better coordination between earthquake and tsunami early warning systems. Citizens will benefit from more precise information and improved evacuation plans, enabling quicker response during emergencies.
Key points
Faster and More Accurate Warnings: Warning programs must now prioritize the timeliness and accuracy of forecasts, reducing reaction time to threats.
Improved Monitoring Infrastructure: Strengthening seismic and satellite (GNSS) networks and ocean observing systems for better tsunami detection and measurement.
New Hazard Maps: Requirement to update tsunami inundation maps and models to better support mitigation and recovery activities.
Alert Effectiveness Evaluation: Authorities will collaborate with high-risk communities to evaluate if current alert terminology and timing are understood and produce the desired response.
Increased Funding: Authorization of $32 million annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 for warning, research, and mitigation programs, with a portion dedicated to state-level activities.
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Print number: 118_HR_6234
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2023-11-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To reauthorize the Tsunami Warning and Education Act, 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_6234.

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 2023-11-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Faster and More Accurate Warnings: Warning programs must now prioritize the timeliness and accuracy of forecasts, reducing reaction time to threats.
  • Improved Monitoring Infrastructure: Strengthening seismic and satellite (GNSS) networks and ocean observing systems for better tsunami detection and measurement.
  • New Hazard Maps: Requirement to update tsunami inundation maps and models to better support mitigation and recovery activities.
  • Alert Effectiveness Evaluation: Authorities will collaborate with high-risk communities to evaluate if current alert terminology and timing are understood and produce the desired response.
  • Increased Funding: Authorization of $32 million annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 for warning, research, and mitigation programs, with a portion dedicated to state-level activities.
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. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1].

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 2025-12-30.

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