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Introduced
06/27/2023
06/27/2023
In Committee
06/27/2023
06/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To reauthorize the National Integrated Drought Information System, maintain a National Coordinated Soil Moisture Monitoring Network, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill reauthorizes the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and establishes the National Coordinated Soil Moisture Monitoring Network. Key provisions include: 1) advancing drought forecasting capabilities using emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and cloud computing, and improving observation networks to address gaps in soil moisture, snowpack, and other data; 2) authorizing appropriations of $15-17 million annually from 2024-2028 for NIDIS; and 3) directing the Under Secretary to manage the National Coordinated Soil Moisture Monitoring Network, including establishing a user-friendly website, developing quality standards, and producing new nationwide soil moisture data products. The bill aims to enhance the availability and use of weather and climate information for the agricultural sector.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. (on 06/27/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/4373/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr4373/BILLS-118hr4373ih.pdf |
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