Bill 118 hr 4913, also known as the "Improving Precipitation Forecasts Act," aims to create a program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that will focus on enhancing the accuracy of precipitation forecasts. The bill seeks to improve the technology and methods used by NOAA to predict rainfall, snowfall, and other forms of precipitation.
The program established by this bill will work to develop and implement new tools and techniques for forecasting precipitation, with the goal of providing more reliable and timely information to the public, businesses, and government agencies. By improving precipitation forecasts, the bill aims to help communities better prepare for and respond to weather events that can have significant impacts on public safety, infrastructure, and the economy.
In addition to enhancing precipitation forecasts, the bill also includes provisions for conducting research and collecting data related to precipitation patterns and trends. This information will be used to improve the overall understanding of how precipitation affects various regions of the United States, and to inform future forecasting efforts.
Overall, the "Improving Precipitation Forecasts Act" is a bipartisan effort to strengthen the capabilities of NOAA in predicting precipitation, with the ultimate goal of increasing the accuracy and reliability of weather forecasts for the benefit of all Americans.