Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Reauthorization Act of 2026 — S. 3923
Last updated: 3/4/2026 · Introduced: 2/25/2026
Author: Ted Cruz (R-TX)
TL;DR (AI)
- The bill reauthorizes funding for NOAA's weather research and forecasting initiatives, with specific appropriations increasing annually through 2030.
- It establishes several programs aimed at improving weather forecasting accuracy, including initiatives focused on tornadoes, hurricanes, precipitation, and atmospheric rivers.
- A National Integrated Heat Health Information System is created to enhance data delivery and support heat health research.
- The bill mandates the development of a Commercial Data Program to acquire weather data from private sector entities and improve data management practices.
- It requires the establishment of a nationwide NOAA Weather Radio network to provide continuous weather information and emergency alerts.
- The legislation directs the Under Secretary to improve coordination and communication regarding hazardous weather risks to the public.
- It establishes a Fire Weather Services Program to enhance wildfire readiness and response through improved observational capabilities and risk communication.
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TITLE I
-REAUTHORIZATION OF THE WEATHER RESEARCH AND FORECASTING
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TITLE II
-ENHANCING FEDERAL WEATHER FORECASTING AND INNOVATION
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TITLE IV
-COMMUNICATING WEATHER TO THE PUBLIC
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TITLE VI
-HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOM AND HYPOXIA RESEARCH AND CONTROL
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TITLE VII
-FIRE READY NATION
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TITLE VIII
-PRECIPITATION ESTIMATES AND LANDSLIDE PREPAREDNESS
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TITLE IX
-IMPORTATION OF RED SNAPPER
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TITLE X
-IMPROVING CYBERSECURITY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS FOR OCEANIC
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TITLE XI
-OTHER AUTHORITIES
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TITLE III
-COMMERCIAL WEATHER AND ENVIRONMENTAL OBSERVATIONS
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TITLE V
-IMPROVING WEATHER INFORMATION FOR AGRICULTURE AND WATER
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