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Weather Information for Agriculture Act.
2/5/2024, 5:45 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4373
The Weather Information for Agriculture Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4373, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the availability and accuracy of weather information for farmers and those involved in agriculture.
The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal. Firstly, it calls for the establishment of a task force comprised of experts in meteorology, agriculture, and technology to develop strategies for improving the collection and dissemination of weather data relevant to agriculture. This task force would work closely with existing government agencies and private sector partners to ensure that farmers have access to the most up-to-date and accurate information.
Additionally, the bill seeks to invest in new technologies and infrastructure to enhance the collection and distribution of weather information. This includes funding for the development of new weather monitoring systems, such as advanced weather stations and satellite technology, as well as improvements to existing weather forecasting models. Overall, the Weather Information for Agriculture Act aims to support farmers and other stakeholders in the agriculture industry by providing them with the tools and information they need to make informed decisions about their operations. By improving the availability and accuracy of weather information, this bill has the potential to increase productivity, reduce risks, and ultimately support the long-term sustainability of the agriculture sector in the United States.
The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal. Firstly, it calls for the establishment of a task force comprised of experts in meteorology, agriculture, and technology to develop strategies for improving the collection and dissemination of weather data relevant to agriculture. This task force would work closely with existing government agencies and private sector partners to ensure that farmers have access to the most up-to-date and accurate information.
Additionally, the bill seeks to invest in new technologies and infrastructure to enhance the collection and distribution of weather information. This includes funding for the development of new weather monitoring systems, such as advanced weather stations and satellite technology, as well as improvements to existing weather forecasting models. Overall, the Weather Information for Agriculture Act aims to support farmers and other stakeholders in the agriculture industry by providing them with the tools and information they need to make informed decisions about their operations. By improving the availability and accuracy of weather information, this bill has the potential to increase productivity, reduce risks, and ultimately support the long-term sustainability of the agriculture sector in the United States.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4373
Bill HR 4373 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 27, 2023. Bill HR 4373 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 27, 2023. Bill HR 4373's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of June 27, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4373
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4373
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4373
Weather Information for Agriculture Act.
Weather Information for Agriculture Act.
To reauthorize the National Integrated Drought Information System, maintain a National Coordinated Soil Moisture Monitoring Network, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4373
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