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H.R.6184

NOAA Data Preservation Act

Introduced·11/20/25

NOAA Data Preservation Act ensures uninterrupted storage of NOAA data sets by setting conditions for contract cancellation with cloud service.

The NOAA Data Preservation Act mandates that the Secretary of Commerce cannot terminate a contract with a cloud service provider for storing NOAA data sets unless specific conditions are met. These conditions include developing a transition plan to another cloud service provider and collaborating with NOAA to protect the data. The act aims to ensure the continuous storage and protection of NOAA data sets.

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Natural Resources Committee
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History

Nov 20, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Nov 20, 2025

House

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.