Directs the Under Secretary to design and carry out a plan to replace the National Weather Service’s NEXRAD radar network, finish the replacement by September 30, 2040, build a phased‑array radar prototype and testbed, and run testing, contracting, and reporting activities. It lets the Service contract with third parties to fill radar coverage gaps (including non‑radar options like cameras), and requires periodic progress updates to Congress.
Last progress February 7, 2025 (1 year ago)
Introduced on February 7, 2025 by Rick Crawford
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.