Fog Observations and Geographic Forecasting Act
Coastal Fog Forecasts: More Observations and Better Warnings
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- Congress would require the Commerce Department’s oceans and weather office to run a project to improve coastal marine fog forecasts.
- The project focuses on adding more real-world fog observations—like buoys, visibility sensors, ships, unmanned systems, and satellite tools—especially where fog hurts safety and local business.
- It also aims to make fog computer models more accurate and cover more places, so forecasts and timing are more reliable for coastal waterways.
- The bill calls for clearer fog advisories and better risk communication so boaters, ports, and the public can make safer decisions.
- The agency would have to meet with public and private stakeholders and Indian tribes, and deliver a detailed project plan within 1 year of the law taking effect.
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Milestones
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 197.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-86.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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Introduced in Senate
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Fog Observations and Geographic Forecasting Act
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