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DemocratBill · H.R. 4482· House(119-HR-4482)

Stop NOAA Closures Act

Rep. Amo
Age: 39 years
Rhode Island
Introduced
7/17/2025
Last activity
7/18/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
Sponsored by
Gabe Amo
Cosponsors
Democrat - 83Republican - 0
Government Operations and Politics
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

The "Stop NOAA Closures Act" seeks to place a moratorium on certain actions regarding National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration facilities. This includes prohibitions on closing, suspending, terminating leases, ceasing construction, or consolidating facilities. The moratorium restricts the Secretary of Commerce, the NOAA Administrator, or the Administrator of General Services from making these changes. An exception is made for temporary actions taken during emergencies that threaten the health or safety of personnel. The moratorium is set to end 180 days after a specific report is submitted to Congress. Afterward, any future facility changes would require a detailed report and justification submitted to specific Congressional committees.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+3

    The bill mandates detailed reporting and justification to Congress before any future facility changes can occur.

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+2

    By preventing the closure of NOAA facilities, the bill helps ensure the continuity of environmental monitoring and data collection.

  • Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?+1

    Stabilizing NOAA facilities supports the agency's critical role in weather forecasting and disaster response preparedness.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-2

    The bill restricts administrative flexibility to consolidate or close facilities, which may prevent potential cost-saving measures.

  • Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?-1

    The moratorium on facility changes may hinder the ability of agencies to implement more efficient and cost-effective resource allocations.