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Better Weather Forecasts: Validating Natural Disaster Risk Data.

This law establishes the Federal Commission on Weather Risk Data and Modeling to set quality standards and verify all weather data purchased by federal agencies from the private sector. The goal is to ensure the government uses the most accurate and reliable information for infrastructure planning, disaster response, and risk management. Ultimately, this should lead to better protection of citizens' lives and property against extreme weather events.
Key points
A new federal commission is established to control the quality of weather risk data (e.g., floods, fires, tornadoes) used by the government.
Within two years, federal agencies will only be allowed to use weather models and data that have been verified and approved by the Commission as accurate and reliable.
Improved data quality is intended to help state and local governments, as well as the insurance and banking sectors, better prepare for natural disasters.
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Print number: 118_HR_9219
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Max L. [R-OH-7]
Process start date: 2024-07-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Weather Data Taxpayer Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9219.

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 2024-07-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new federal commission is established to control the quality of weather risk data (e.g., floods, fires, tornadoes) used by the government.
  • Within two years, federal agencies will only be allowed to use weather models and data that have been verified and approved by the Commission as accurate and reliable.
  • Improved data quality is intended to help state and local governments, as well as the insurance and banking sectors, better prepare for natural disasters.
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. Miller, Max L. [R-OH-7].

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 2025-12-26.

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