Declan Hunter

ans and Atmosphere to continue funding and maintaining the National Mesonet Program. The National Mesonet Program is a network of weather monitoring stations across the United States that provide real-time data on atmospheric conditions. The bill specifies that the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere must ensure that the National Mesonet Program remains operational and that data collected from the network is made available to the public. Additionally, the bill outlines that the Under Secretary must work with relevant federal agencies, state and local governments, and private sector partners to support the program. The purpose of the National Mesonet Program is to improve weather forecasting, emergency response, and overall understanding of atmospheric conditions. By maintaining and expanding the network of weather monitoring stations, the program aims to provide more accurate and timely information to help protect lives and property during severe weather events. Overall, Bill 119 s 613 seeks to prioritize the importance of the National Mesonet Program and ensure that it continues to receive the necessary funding and support to fulfill its mission of enhancing weather monitoring and forecasting capabilities in the United States.

Recent Activity

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

Alternative Names

A bill to require the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere to maintain the National Mesonet Program, and for other purposes.

A bill to require the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere to maintain the National Mesonet Program, and for other purposes.

Improving Flood and Agricultural Forecasts Act of 2025

Improving Flood and Agricultural Forecasts Act of 2025

A bill to require the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere to maintain the National Mesonet Program, and for other purposes.

Improving Flood and Agricultural Forecasts Act of 2025

Improving Flood and Agricultural Forecasts Act of 2025

A bill to require the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere to maintain the National Mesonet Program, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

Improving Flood and Agricultural Forecasts Act of 2025

Policy Areas

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]

Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]

Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]

Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]

Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]

Committees and Subcommittees

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Variations and Revisions

f Homeland Security to create a plan to identify, integrate, and utilize new and advanced technologies. These technologies could include innovative, disruptive, or emerging tools that can enhance border security or address any gaps in capability. The bill emphasizes the importance of staying ahead of evolving threats and ensuring that the Department of Homeland Security has access to the most cutting-edge technologies available. By developing a comprehensive plan for the integration of these technologies, the bill seeks to enhance the effectiveness of border security operations and improve overall national security. In addition to developing this plan, the bill also requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide regular updates to Congress on the progress of implementing these new technologies. This transparency and accountability measure ensures that lawmakers are kept informed of the Department's efforts to enhance border security. Overall, the Border Security Technology Innovation Act aims to leverage new and advanced technologies to strengthen border security operations and address any capability gaps that may exist. By prioritizing innovation and staying ahead of emerging threats, the bill seeks to enhance the security of the United States' borders and protect the safety of its citizens.

Recent Activity

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Alternative Names

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a plan to identify, integrate, and deploy new, innovative, disruptive, or other emerging or advanced technologies to enhance, or address capability gaps in, border security operations, and for other purposes.

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a plan to identify, integrate, and deploy new, innovative, disruptive, or other emerging or advanced technologies to enhance, or address capability gaps in, border security operations, and for other purposes.

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a plan to identify, integrate, and deploy new, innovative, disruptive, or other emerging or advanced technologies to enhance, or address capability gaps in, border security operations, and for other purposes.

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a plan to identify, integrate, and deploy new, innovative, disruptive, or other emerging or advanced technologies to enhance, or address capability gaps in, border security operations, and for other purposes.

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a plan to identify, integrate, and deploy new, innovative, disruptive, or other emerging or advanced technologies to enhance, or address capability gaps in, border security operations, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

Immigration

Potential Impact

Advanced technology and technological innovations

Border security and unlawful immigration

Computers and information technology

Congressional oversight

Homeland security

Law enforcement administration and funding

Performance measurement

Right of privacy

Technology assessment

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8]

Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8]

Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4]

Committees and Subcommittees

Homeland Security Committee

Homeland Security Committee

Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

Homeland Security Committee

Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee

Variations and Revisions

sic allowance for housing (BAH) for members of the uniformed services who are stationed within the United States. The BAH is a form of compensation provided to service members to assist with housing costs while on active duty. The proposed legislation seeks to address the rising cost of housing in certain areas of the country by increasing the BAH rates. This increase would help ensure that service members are able to afford suitable housing for themselves and their families while serving their country. If passed, the bill would provide much-needed financial relief to service members who may be struggling to make ends meet due to high housing costs. By increasing the BAH rates, the government would be demonstrating its commitment to supporting the men and women who serve in the uniformed services. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1956 aims to improve the quality of life for service members by ensuring they have access to affordable housing options. It is an important piece of legislation that seeks to address a pressing issue facing members of the uniformed services stationed within the United States.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Alternative Names

To amend title 37, United States Code, to increase the basic allowance for housing inside the United States for members of the uniformed services.

To amend title 37, United States Code, to increase the basic allowance for housing inside the United States for members of the uniformed services.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

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Potential Impact

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Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Strickland, Marilyn [D-WA-10]

Rep. Strickland, Marilyn [D-WA-10]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]

Rep. Beyer, Donald S. [D-VA-8]

Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]

Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]

Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]

Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17]

Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]

Rep. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29]

Rep. Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2]

Rep. Goodlander, Maggie [D-NH-2]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Rep. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-51]

Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]

Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]

Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]

Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]

Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50]

Rep. Pettersen, Brittany [D-CO-7]

Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5]

Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]

Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]

Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]

Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-14]

Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]

Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]

Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]

Rep. Beyer, Donald S. [D-VA-8]

Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]

Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]

Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]

Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17]

Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]

Rep. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29]

Rep. Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2]

Rep. Goodlander, Maggie [D-NH-2]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Rep. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-51]

Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]

Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]

Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]

Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]

Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50]

Rep. Pettersen, Brittany [D-CO-7]

Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5]

Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]

Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]

Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]

Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-14]

Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]

Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12]

Committees and Subcommittees

Armed Services Committee

Variations and Revisions

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Report of the Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission. The bill focuses on improving the management and mitigation of wildland fires in the United States. Some key provisions of the bill include: 1. Establishing a national strategy for wildland fire management that emphasizes prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. 2. Enhancing coordination between federal, state, tribal, and local agencies in managing wildland fires. 3. Providing funding for research and development of new technologies and strategies for wildland fire prevention and management. 4. Increasing training and resources for firefighters and first responders to better handle wildland fire incidents. 5. Implementing measures to protect communities and critical infrastructure from the impacts of wildland fires. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1923 seeks to improve the nation's ability to prevent and respond to wildland fires, ultimately reducing the risk of loss of life and property. It emphasizes a collaborative approach between various levels of government and stakeholders to effectively manage wildland fire incidents.

Recent Activity

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, Education and Workforce, Oversight and Government Reform, Armed Services, Energy and Commerce, Science, Space, and Technology, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Small Business, 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.

Alternative Names

To provide for the implementation of certain recommendations from the Report of the Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission.

To provide for the implementation of certain recommendations from the Report of the Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

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Potential Impact

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Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-9]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Franklin, Scott [R-FL-18]

Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]

Rep. Stanton, Greg [D-AZ-4]

Committees and Subcommittees

Small Business Committee

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

Science, Space, and Technology Committee

Energy and Commerce Committee

Armed Services Committee

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Education and Workforce Committee

Agriculture Committee

Natural Resources Committee

Variations and Revisions

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en they report misconduct or illegal activities within the federal government. The bill specifically addresses situations where a federal employee orders reprisal against a whistleblower. The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that individuals who come forward with information about wrongdoing are not punished or retaliated against for speaking out. This protection is crucial in maintaining transparency and accountability within the government. The Whistleblower Protection Improvement Act seeks to strengthen existing laws that protect whistleblowers and provide them with the necessary support and resources to report misconduct without fear of repercussions. By safeguarding whistleblowers from retaliation, the bill aims to encourage more individuals to come forward with valuable information that can help prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in government operations. Overall, Bill 119 s 874 is a crucial piece of legislation that aims to uphold the rights of whistleblowers and promote a culture of accountability and integrity within the federal government.

Recent Activity

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Alternative Names

A bill to ensure that whistleblowers, including contractors, are protected from retaliation when a Federal employee orders a reprisal, and for other purposes.

A bill to ensure that whistleblowers, including contractors, are protected from retaliation when a Federal employee orders a reprisal, and for other purposes.

Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2025

Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2025

A bill to ensure that whistleblowers, including contractors, are protected from retaliation when a Federal employee orders a reprisal, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

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Potential Impact

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Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]

Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]

Cosponsors and Supporters

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Committees and Subcommittees

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

Variations and Revisions