S. 3923 Reported by committee Public Lands and Natural Resources

Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Reauthorization Act of 2026

A bill to improve the weather research of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, support improvements in weather forecasting and prediction, and expand commercial opportunities for the provision of weather data.

  1. Introduced
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  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX] Introduced February 25, 2026 Cosponsors 11 (6 D, 5 R) Latest action September 28, 2026

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Actions

  1. Sep 28, 2026 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 685.
  2. Sep 28, 2026 Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with amendments. With written report No. 119-154.
  3. Mar 4, 2026 Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with amendments favorably.
  4. Feb 25, 2026 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  5. Feb 25, 2026 Introduced in Senate

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