H.R. 4416 would create a new program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) dedicated to improving weather and climate precipitation forecasts. The program would focus on developing better computer models, gathering improved data, and incorporating new technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning to predict rainfall, snow, extreme storms, and atmospheric rivers across different timeframes—from daily forecasts to long-term seasonal and decadal predictions. The initiative would involve collaboration between NOAA, the National Weather Service, academic institutions, and private sector partners, and would also support research on how to communicate forecast information more effectively to the public and decision-makers. The bill authorizes approximately $15 million annually for the program from fiscal years 2026 through 2030, with modest increases each year to account for inflation.
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