NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act

House Bill

H.R. 7813

119th Congress

NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Introduced:Mar 18, 2026

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Summary

This bill would require the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to upgrade and expand its weather radio system. It would amend an existing 2017 law about weather research and forecasting to include requirements for modernizing the technology that broadcasts weather alerts and information to the public.

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Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Introduced3/18/2026

StatusOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act

This bill would require the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to upgrade and expand its weather radio system. It would amend an existing 2017 law about weather research and forecasting to include requirements for modernizing the technology

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This bill would require the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to upgrade and expand its weather radio system. It would amend an existing 2017 law about weather research and forecasting to include requirements for modernizing the technology that broadcasts weather alerts and information to the public.

Bill Number: 7813
Introduced: 3/18/2026
Status: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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Title: NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act
Bill Number: 7813
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Introduced: 3/18/2026
Summary: This bill would require the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to upgrade and expand its weather radio system. It would amend an existing 2017 law about weather research and forecasting to include requirements for modernizing the technology that broadcasts weather alerts and info

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would require the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to upgrade and expand its weather radio system. It would amend an existing 2017 law about weather research and forecasting to include requirements for modernizing the technology that broadcasts weather alerts and information to the public.

Last updated: 3/7/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill would mandate that NOAA's weather radio system be expanded to reach more areas.
It would require modernization of the existing weather radio infrastructure and technology.
The legislation amends the Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act of 2017.
The Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere would be responsible for implementing these changes.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would affect people who rely on NOAA weather radio for emergency alerts and weather information, particularly those in rural or remote areas who may have limited access to other warning systems. It could improve public safety by ensuring more people receive timely weather warnings through updated and expanded radio coverage.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

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federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7813, 119th Congress (2026). "NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7813

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