Bill 118 s 4974, also known as the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System Reauthorization Act, aims to amend the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act to reauthorize the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System. This system is crucial for monitoring and providing early warnings for volcanic activity in the United States.
The bill seeks to ensure that the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System continues to receive the necessary funding and resources to effectively monitor and provide early warnings for volcanic eruptions. This is important for protecting the lives and property of individuals living near active volcanoes.
In addition to reauthorizing the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to volcano monitoring and research. These provisions may include funding for research on volcanic activity, improving communication systems for issuing warnings, and enhancing coordination between federal, state, and local agencies involved in volcano monitoring.
Overall, Bill 118 s 4974 is aimed at ensuring that the United States has a robust and effective system in place for monitoring and providing early warnings for volcanic activity. This is essential for protecting the safety and well-being of individuals living in volcanic hazard zones.