To establish in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration a program to improve precipitation forecasts, and for other purposes.

HR 4416 establishes a dedicated NOAA program to enhance precipitation forecasting accuracy and reliability. It directs NOAA to improve forecasts for extreme weather events (like storms and atmospheric rivers) across timescales - from daily weather to seasonal patterns - using advanced computer models, high-performance computing, machine learning, and better data collection. The bill authorizes $15 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2030 to fund this program, requiring NOAA to collaborate with academic, private, and government partners. This initiative directly affects NOAA’s operational forecasting capabilities and its partners in weather prediction, aiming to provide more actionable data for communities and decision-makers.