What is the current status of S 2126?

S 2126 is currently: In Senate.

Who sponsored S 2126?

S 2126 was sponsored by Roger Wicker (R), Sen.

Improves Ocean and Weather Data Systems

IntroducedJune 18, 2025

In Senate4 months ago

Intro

Senate

House

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Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAdvanced technology and technological innovationsAtmospheric science and weatherCongressional oversightData collection, sharing, protectionEarth sciencesEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesNavigation, waterways, harbors

Why This Matters

This bill reauthorizes and improves the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System to enhance data collection about oceans and weather.

If you live in a coastal area, this bill aims to enhance weather and ocean data collection to better protect your community.

Who this affects

Coastal communities · Researchers · Agencies involved in environmental monitoring

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill updates the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System to include better weather and ocean data collection.
2It changes the name of the governing body from 'Council' to 'Committee' for clarity.
3The bill emphasizes the importance of data management systems and cyber infrastructure for effective observation.
4It encourages collaboration between regional coastal observing systems and federally funded projects for better data sharing.

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Improves Ocean and Weather Data Systems

IntroducedJune 18, 2025

In Senate4 months ago

Intro

Senate

House

Pres

Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

Why This Matters

This bill reauthorizes and improves the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System to enhance data collection about oceans and weather.

If you live in a coastal area, this bill aims to enhance weather and ocean data collection to better protect your community.

Who this affects

Coastal communities · Researchers · Agencies involved in environmental monitoring

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill updates the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System to include better weather and ocean data collection.
2It changes the name of the governing body from 'Council' to 'Committee' for clarity.
3The bill emphasizes the importance of data management systems and cyber infrastructure for effective observation.
4It encourages collaboration between regional coastal observing systems and federally funded projects for better data sharing.

Read full document