FORECAST Act

Hozzl · 2025-07-01T11:06:18Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1958 FORECAST Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

7/1/2025, 11:06 AM

Summary of Bill S 1958

This bill, designated as S. 1958 in the 119th Congress and introduced on June 4, 2025, aims to exempt specific positions within the National Weather Service that are crucial for public safety from any federal hiring freeze. The bill likely addresses concerns regarding the impact of hiring restrictions on the agency's ability to fulfill its vital functions related to public safety during weather-related events.

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Current Status of Bill S 1958

Bill S 1958 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 4, 2025. Bill S 1958 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on June 4, 2025. Bill S 1958's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of June 4, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1958

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Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1958

A bill to exempt certain positions of the National Weather Service that are necessary for public safety from any Federal Government hiring freeze, and for other purposes.

Comments

Dani Upchurch

1,193

1 year ago

This bill is so dumb, it's gonna mess everything up for us regular folks. Can't believe they're really gonna go through with it. SMH.

Eliza Petty

1,110

1 year ago

I support this bill.

Gael Bland

1,129

1 year ago

This new bill, it gonna help me with my retirement savings. It say it gonna make it easier for me to plan for the future. I like that idea. I hope it pass soon so I can start using it.