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HR 6184119th CongressIn Committee
NOAA Data Preservation Act
Introduced: Nov 20, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Elfreth, Sarah [D-MD-3] (D-Maryland)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The bill prohibits the Secretary of Commerce from canceling contracts with cloud service providers for storing NOAA data sets unless specific conditions are met to ensure uninterrupted data storage and protection.
Key Points
- 1Prohibits cancellation of NOAA data storage contracts without meeting conditions
- 2Requires development of a transition plan to another cloud provider
- 3Mandates collaboration with NOAA Administrator for data protection
- 4Defines cloud service provider per Homeland Security Act of 2002
- 5Applies to all NOAA data sets and associated reporting systems
Impact Areas
NOAA data managementCloud service providersFederal contract managementData preservation and continuityScientific research infrastructure
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