Strengthening the Cooperative Observer Program Act of 2018

Bill 115 s 2941, also known as the Strengthening the Cooperative Observer Program Act of 2018, aims to enhance the Cooperative Observer Program (COOP) within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The COOP is a network of volunteers who collect weather data across the United States, providing valuable information for weather forecasting and research.

The bill seeks to improve the COOP by increasing funding for training and equipment for volunteers, as well as expanding the program to include more diverse geographic regions and communities. It also calls for the development of new technologies and methods to enhance data collection and analysis within the program.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration between NOAA and other federal, state, and local agencies in order to strengthen the COOP and improve the accuracy and reliability of weather data collected by volunteers. Overall, the Strengthening the Cooperative Observer Program Act of 2018 aims to modernize and enhance the COOP in order to better serve the needs of the weather forecasting and research communities, ultimately benefiting the American public.