Evapotranspiration Data Act

Hozzl · 2024-06-01T13:26:10Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1118 Evapotranspiration Data Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Water Resources Development. Stay informed on legislative developments.

6/1/2024, 1:26 PM

Summary of Bill S 1118

Bill 118 s 1118, also known as the Evapotranspiration Data Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to improve the collection and dissemination of evapotranspiration data, which is crucial for understanding water usage and availability in various regions.

Evapotranspiration is the process by which water is transferred from the land to the atmosphere through evaporation from the soil and transpiration from plants. This data is important for farmers, water resource managers, and policymakers to make informed decisions about water usage and conservation.

The Evapotranspiration Data Act aims to establish a national evapotranspiration data network, which will collect and analyze data from various sources such as weather stations, satellites, and ground sensors. This network will provide real-time information on evapotranspiration rates, soil moisture levels, and water availability in different regions across the country. Additionally, the bill calls for the development of standardized methods for measuring and reporting evapotranspiration data, as well as the creation of a public database where this information can be accessed by researchers, policymakers, and the general public. Overall, the Evapotranspiration Data Act seeks to improve the understanding of water usage and availability through better collection and dissemination of evapotranspiration data, ultimately helping to inform decision-making and conservation efforts related to water resources in the United States.

Congressional Summary of S 1118

Open Access Evapotranspiration Data Act

This bill directs the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to establish an Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program that supports the operational distribution of satellite-based evapotranspiration data generated under the program to sustain and enhance water resources. The bill defines evapotranspiration as the process by which water is transferred from the land to the atmosphere by (1) evaporation from soil and other surfaces, and (2) transpiration from plants.

Under the program, the USGS must provide for the delivery of evapotranspiration data to advance the quantification of evaporation and consumptive water use and to provide data users with estimates of evapotranspiration data across large landscapes over certain periods of time.

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Current Status of Bill S 1118

Bill S 1118 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill S 1118 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023. Bill S 1118's most recent activity was Star Print ordered on report 118-164. as of May 22, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1118

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Water Resources Development

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Agricultural conservation and pollutionEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchFarmlandGovernment information and archivesInternet, web applications, social mediaLand use and conservationScientific communicationSpacecraft and satellitesWater use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1118

Open Access Evapotranspiration Data ActEvapotranspiration Data ActEvapotranspiration Data ActOpen Access Evapotranspiration Data ActA bill to establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program.A bill to establish the Open Access Evapotranspiration (OpenET) Data Program.

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