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New Tsunami Warning Rules: Enhanced Safety and Research

This act strengthens the tsunami warning system, making alerts faster and more accurate. This means better protection for coastal residents, thanks to new technologies and improved coordination among agencies. Increased funding for research and education will help better prepare communities for hazards.
Key points
Faster and more accurate tsunami warnings: Systems will use new technologies, such as global navigation satellite systems, to detect threats more quickly.
Improved communication and education: Authorities will evaluate if alerts are understandable and effective, and increase educational efforts for coastal communities.
Enhanced data security and research: Tsunami data will be better managed and accessible to researchers, contributing to the development of improved forecasting models.
Increased funding: $32 million annually is authorized for tsunami warning, research, and education programs until 2030.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4073
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2025-06-23