H.R. 3705 directs the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to conduct a project aimed at improving forecasts of coastal marine fog to enhance ship safety and reduce economic losses caused by fog events. The project will involve expanding observation systems using buoys, weather stations, satellites, drones, and advanced computer algorithms to better detect and monitor marine fog, while also improving how fog warnings are communicated to the public and decision-makers. The bill requires the NOAA Under Secretary to develop a detailed project plan within one year of enactment that outlines specific research activities, resources needed, and timelines for implementation. The legislation also mandates that NOAA consult with commercial stakeholders and Native American tribes throughout the project's planning and development. No specific funding amount is provided in the bill text, leaving appropriations to be determined through the standard congressional budget process.
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