Improved public communication on changing weather patterns and natural disaster preparedness.
This Act requires the NOAA to establish a communications program to inform the public and local governments about changing weather and climate patterns. The goal is to provide communities with operational climate products and services to enhance preparedness and resource allocation before severe weather events occur. This means citizens will receive clearer, more timely information about climate risks, improving their safety and ability to respond to natural disasters.
Key points
Establishment of a permanent communication program to provide the public and local governments with data on weather and climate trends.
Enhanced preparedness for natural disasters in local communities through operational climate products and decision support services.
Creation of a working group to identify the most effective ways to disseminate information about climate risks, including public campaigns and educational resources.
Authorization of $3 million annually (for fiscal years 2025 through 2028) to fund this educational and communication program.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5490
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2024-12-11