Radar Gap Elimination Act
The Radar Gap Elimination Act (HR 2646) establishes a program to replace the aging NEXRAD weather radar network with improved technology. It requires NOAA to develop a detailed plan by 2040, including performance standards, a testbed for phased array radar, and strategies to fill coverage gaps using commercial radars and partnerships. The bill directly affects the National Weather Service's radar infrastructure and aims to enhance coverage - especially in remote or topographically challenging areas - by prioritizing locations over 75 miles from existing stations. Key provisions include collaborating with meteorologists and emergency managers, testing new radar technologies, and ensuring data improvements for weather forecasts and warnings.
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Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 3, 2025
Last action Apr 3, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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