WING Act of 2023

1/11/2024, 8:26 PM

Weather Innovation for the Next Generation Act of 2023 or the WING Act of 2023

This bill directs the National Weather Service to establish a temporary research, development, test, and evaluation program to ensure that weather radar detection and prediction capabilities continue to perform despite physical obstructions in their line of sight (e.g., wind turbines).

Bill 118 hr 3764, also known as the WING Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding and support for programs that aim to protect and conserve migratory bird populations in the United States.

The WING Act of 2023 includes provisions for increasing funding for research and monitoring of migratory bird populations, as well as for habitat conservation and restoration efforts. The bill also seeks to enhance collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies, as well as non-profit organizations, in order to better coordinate conservation efforts.

Additionally, the WING Act of 2023 includes measures to address threats to migratory birds, such as habitat loss, climate change, and pollution. The bill aims to strengthen enforcement of existing laws and regulations that protect migratory birds, as well as to develop new strategies for mitigating these threats. Overall, the WING Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the challenges facing migratory bird populations in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to make significant strides in protecting and conserving these important species for future generations.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 3764

Introduced on
2023-05-31

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/31/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Weather Innovation for the Next Generation Act of 2023 or the WING Act of 2023

This bill directs the National Weather Service to establish a temporary research, development, test, and evaluation program to ensure that weather radar detection and prediction capabilities continue to perform despite physical obstructions in their line of sight (e.g., wind turbines).

Bill 118 hr 3764, also known as the WING Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding and support for programs that aim to protect and conserve migratory bird populations in the United States.

The WING Act of 2023 includes provisions for increasing funding for research and monitoring of migratory bird populations, as well as for habitat conservation and restoration efforts. The bill also seeks to enhance collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies, as well as non-profit organizations, in order to better coordinate conservation efforts.

Additionally, the WING Act of 2023 includes measures to address threats to migratory birds, such as habitat loss, climate change, and pollution. The bill aims to strengthen enforcement of existing laws and regulations that protect migratory birds, as well as to develop new strategies for mitigating these threats. Overall, the WING Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the challenges facing migratory bird populations in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to make significant strides in protecting and conserving these important species for future generations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title IV of the Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act of 2017 to research the impact of obstructions on radar detection and prediction capabilities, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Science, Technology, Communications

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Latest Summary7/25/2023

Weather Innovation for the Next Generation Act of 2023 or the WING Act of 2023

This bill directs the National Weather Service to establish a temporary research, development, test, and evaluation program to ensure th...


Latest Action5/31/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.