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HR 2646119th CongressIntroduced
Radar Gap Elimination Act
Introduced: Oct 18, 2025
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Radar Gap Elimination Act establishes a program to evaluate and replace the existing NEXRAD weather radar system with improved technology to enhance coverage and performance across the United States and its territories.
Key Points
- 1Creates the 'Radar Next Program' under the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere
- 2Requires development of performance and coverage requirements for the national weather radar network
- 3Mandates a plan to replace the existing NEXRAD system by September 30, 2040
- 4Includes development of phased array radar proof-of-concept and weather surveillance radar testbed
- 5Authorizes Radar-as-a-Service partnerships to fill data gaps using diverse radar technologies
- 6Requires consultation with academia, meteorologists, emergency managers, and public safety officials
Impact Areas
National Weather Service operationsWeather forecasting and severe weather detectionEmergency management and public safetyMeteorological research communityFederal weather radar infrastructure
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