The Advanced Weather Model Computing Development Act aims to enhance the capabilities of weather forecasting by advancing the development of advanced weather models through improved computing technologies. The bill focuses on bolstering research and innovation in weather prediction to provide more accurate and timely forecasts for severe weather events. It proposes provisions to allocate resources for upgrading computing infrastructure, supporting collaboration between government agencies, academia, and private sector partners, and fostering advancements in modeling techniques. This legislation seeks to improve public safety, disaster preparedness, and economic resilience by harnessing cutting-edge technology to enhance weather forecasting accuracy and efficiency.

Bill Activity

2023-03-22: Introduced in House
2023-03-22: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
2023-03-29: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
2023-03-29: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 0.
2023-05-05: Reported by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 118-49.
2023-05-05: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 33.
2023-05-09: Mr. Miller (OH) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
2023-05-09: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2147-2149)
2023-05-09: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1715.
2023-05-09: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
2023-05-09: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2152-2153)
2023-05-09: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 356 - 50 (Roll no. 204). (text: CR H2147-2148)
2023-05-09: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2023-05-10: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.