HR 1115
Weather Radar Coverage Improvement Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:39 AM
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Bill overview
This bill aims to modernize the United States’ weather radar system, known as NEXRAD, by requiring the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to develop a plan for its replacement by 2040. The plan must assess improvements in coverage and accuracy, explore the use of commercial radars, and authorize the National Weather Service to contract with third parties to fill radar gaps and improve detection of severe weather. It also establishes a testbed for evaluating new radar technologies and requires regular updates to Congress on the project’s progress.
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