United States · Bill · HR
H.R. 8763 (95th)
National Weather Services Act
Introduced
4 August 1977
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Status
Referred to House Committee on Science and Technology.
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Summary
National Weather Services Act - Declares that the Secretary of Commerce, utilizing the National Weather Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, shall be responsible for implementing and coordinating Federal weather-related activities, including specialized forecasting and the issuance of warnings for specified weather conditions. Authorizes the Secretary to construct and maintain weather services facilities and equipment, purchase and operate environmental satellite systems, coordinate research activities, engage in joint research with public, private or international groups, and establish an equipment replacement fund. Authorizes appropriations to carry out the purposes of this Act.
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summary · EN · 4 August 1977
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/95th-congress/house-bill/8763
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/95/hr/8763