The NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act establishes a comprehensive framework for maintaining, expanding, and modernizing the nationwide NOAA Weather Radio network while addressing critical staffing needs at the National Weather Service. The legislation recognizes the essential role of weather radio as a resilient emergency communication system that operates independently of cellular networks and power grids. The bill aims to ensure continuous 24/7 broadcast of weather warnings, geological hazards, and emergency information to the American public through technological upgrades and expanded coverage. Beyond the radio network itself, the legislation addresses systemic workforce challenges at the National Weather Service by requiring detailed assessments of staffing needs and the development of a five-year staffing plan. The bill also directs attention to flash flood warning systems, requiring assessment of access to weather radio in flood-prone areas and supporting the development of national standards for emergency alert systems in flash flood zones.

Who sponsored HR7813?

Brian Babin, Mike Flood, Eric Sorensen, Stephanie Bice, Gabe Amo, Jennifer Kiggans

What is the status of HR7813?

Introduced as of March 5, 2026.

The NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act establishes a comprehensive framework for maintaining, expanding, and modernizing the nationwide NOAA Weather Radio network while addressing critical staffing needs at the National Weather Service. The legislation recognizes the essential role of weather radio as a resilient emergency communication system that operates independently of cellular networks and power grids. The bill aims to ensure continuous 24/7 broadcast of weather warnings, geological hazards, and emergency information to the American public through technological upgrades and expanded coverage. Beyond the radio network itself, the legislation addresses systemic workforce challenges at the National Weather Service by requiring detailed assessments of staffing needs and the development of a five-year staffing plan. The bill also directs attention to flash flood warning systems, requiring assessment of access to weather radio in flood-prone areas and supporting the development of national standards for emergency alert systems in flash flood zones.

Who sponsored HR7813?

Brian Babin, Mike Flood, Eric Sorensen, Stephanie Bice, Gabe Amo, Jennifer Kiggans

What is the status of HR7813?

Introduced as of March 5, 2026.

HR7813 U.S. House: NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act

Introduced

H. R. 7813

Introduced in House · March 6, 2026

March 5, 2026

Mr. Babin (for himself, Mr. Flood, Mr. Sorensen, Mrs. Bice, and Mr. Amo) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

A BILL

To amend the Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act of 2017 to require the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere to expand and modernize the weather radio system of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act”.

Introduced

H. R. 7813

Introduced in House · March 6, 2026

March 5, 2026

Mr. Babin (for himself, Mr. Flood, Mr. Sorensen, Mrs. Bice, and Mr. Amo) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

A BILL

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act”.

Introduced

H. R. 7813

Introduced in House · March 6, 2026

March 5, 2026

Mr. Babin (for himself, Mr. Flood, Mr. Sorensen, Mrs. Bice, and Mr. Amo) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

A BILL

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act”.

Introduced

H. R. 7813

Introduced in House · March 6, 2026

March 5, 2026

Mr. Babin (for himself, Mr. Flood, Mr. Sorensen, Mrs. Bice, and Mr. Amo) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

A BILL

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act”.

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