WATER Data Improvement Act

12/6/2024, 4:29 PM
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 621.
Bill 118 s 4245, also known as the Water Monitoring and Tracking Essential Resources Data Improvement Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the monitoring and tracking of water resources across the country.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a national database that will collect and store data on water quality, availability, and usage. This database will be accessible to federal, state, and local agencies, as well as researchers and the general public. By centralizing this information, the bill aims to improve coordination and collaboration among different entities involved in water management.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the development of new technologies and methods for monitoring water resources. This includes the use of remote sensing, data analytics, and other innovative tools to gather more accurate and timely information about water conditions. Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of data transparency and public engagement. It requires that all data collected under the act be made available to the public in a user-friendly format, and encourages public participation in water monitoring efforts. Overall, the Water Monitoring and Tracking Essential Resources Data Improvement Act seeks to enhance the nation's ability to manage and protect its water resources through better data collection, analysis, and dissemination. It represents a bipartisan effort to address the growing challenges facing water management in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
S - 4245

Introduced on
2024-05-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/2/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 621.
Bill 118 s 4245, also known as the Water Monitoring and Tracking Essential Resources Data Improvement Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the monitoring and tracking of water resources across the country.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a national database that will collect and store data on water quality, availability, and usage. This database will be accessible to federal, state, and local agencies, as well as researchers and the general public. By centralizing this information, the bill aims to improve coordination and collaboration among different entities involved in water management.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the development of new technologies and methods for monitoring water resources. This includes the use of remote sensing, data analytics, and other innovative tools to gather more accurate and timely information about water conditions. Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of data transparency and public engagement. It requires that all data collected under the act be made available to the public in a user-friendly format, and encourages public participation in water monitoring efforts. Overall, the Water Monitoring and Tracking Essential Resources Data Improvement Act seeks to enhance the nation's ability to manage and protect its water resources through better data collection, analysis, and dissemination. It represents a bipartisan effort to address the growing challenges facing water management in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 to reauthorize certain United States Geological Survey water data enhancement programs, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Comments

APPROVED
MJ
Major Justice
@panch_phoron_old_bay_seasoning_yuzukosho23462
This bill is so good!

APPROVED
AC
Ariana Connolly
@pretzel_usher_chili_powder22115
This bill will increase water data collection, but it's unnecessary and invasive.

Recent Activity

Latest Action11/21/2024
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 621.