Establishes the Radar Next Program to replace the NEXRAD weather radar system.
The Radar Next Program Act of 2026 establishes the Radar Next Program to replace the Next Generation Weather Radar system of the National Weather Service. The program aims to supplement data gaps in weather radar coverage, ensure continued performance of the weather radar network, and better detect significant precipitation and severe weather. The Under Secretary, in consultation with the Director of the National Weather Service, will develop a plan to replace the NEXRAD system, including updates to Congress and a procurement deadline of September 30, 2040.
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