Bill · H.R. 7896· House(119-HR-7896)
NOAA Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing Research Act
- Introduced
- 3/12/2026
- Last activity
- 3/12/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- Sponsored by
- Gabe Amo
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "NOAA Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing Research Act," creates a new research program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The program focuses on global ocean monitoring and observing to provide high-quality environmental data. Its goal is to improve scientific knowledge of climate, weather, and ocean needs to protect lives and property from extreme weather and natural phenomena. The program will develop monitoring systems, support research through partnerships, and improve data accessibility. It also includes a requirement for a priority framework and annual reviews.
Yes· 3 of 22
Does this put more money into scientific research?+8
Establishes a new research program and provides financial assistance to academic and private research entities.
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?+7
Improves forecasting for hurricanes and extreme weather to better protect lives and property.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+6
Increases monitoring of ocean health and Arctic changes to better understand and protect the environment.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Life and Property: The program aims to protect lives and property from extreme weather and other natural phenomena by improving capabilities for climate, weather, and ocean needs (Section 2(b)).
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Extreme Weather Forecasting: The bill focuses on accelerating the development of technologies to improve forecasts for hurricane intensity, atmospheric rivers, and other extreme weather events (Section 2(b)(6)).
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Scientific Advancement and Public Understanding: The program seeks to strengthen public understanding of marine and ocean research and meet the needs of the research community (Section 2(b)(3)(B)-(C)).
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Financial Support for Research: Academic institutions, cooperative institutions, and private sector entities may receive financial assistance via competitive, merit-based contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements (Section 2(d)(1)-(2)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for individuals or groups of people are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+5Good For Business Owners+4Good For Low Income Households+4Good For High Income Households+3Good For Middle Class Households+3Good For Urban Residents+3Good For Children+2Good For Farmers+2Good For Middle Aged+2Good For Rural Residents+2Good For Seniors+2Good For Young Adults+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+7Improves Environmental Protections+6Reduces Carbon Emissions+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+8
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+2Improves Small Business Support+2Increases Job Creation+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3Increases Federal Power+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+3
- 8/31/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/12/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Scott FranklinRepublican · Florida
Joe NeguseDemocrat · Colorado