NOAA Weather Radio Modernization: Enhanced Warnings for All
This act aims to improve the NOAA weather warning system to provide faster and more precise hazard information. This will better prepare citizens, especially in remote areas, for extreme weather events and other emergencies, thereby increasing their safety.
Key points
Expansion and modernization of the nationwide NOAA weather radio network, operating 24/7 and resilient to power and cellular outages.
Improvement of weather warning coverage and reliability, especially in areas without mobile internet access, local warning systems, or satellite coverage.
Introduction of satellite or cloud-based alert dissemination capabilities and more geographically specific messaging.
Development of national standards for flash flood emergency alert systems, particularly for communities lacking modern communication technologies.
Reclassification and staffing plan for key NOAA employees to ensure continuity and stability of services responsible for forecasts and warnings.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2583
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-07-31