Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act of 2025
Water Supply: Snowpack Measurement and Forecasting
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill continues a federal program that tracks how much snow is in the mountains. Since mountain snow provides the water that millions of people use for drinking and farming, knowing how much is up there is critical for planning.
- The government would start using more advanced technology to measure snow, including machine learning and high-tech imaging. These tools help predict exactly how much water will flow into rivers and reservoirs when the snow melts in the spring.
- The program focuses on areas where water is shared by multiple states or large groups of people. Better data helps these communities decide how to split up water fairly and prepare for potential shortages or flooding.
- If passed, the bill would provide $6.5 million in yearly funding from 2027 through 2031. This is an increase from previous years to help cover the costs of new technology and better coordination between government agencies.
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Milestones
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act of 2025
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