The Built To Last Act of 2026 requires federal agencies to establish a unified, science-based set of long-term weather forecasting information that can be used to improve building standards and safety codes across the country. The Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere must identify the best available meteorological data about future extreme weather events and environmental trends, while the National Institute of Standards and Technology director will make this information available to organizations that develop building codes, standards, and safety certifications. The legislation directs these agencies to provide technical assistance to help standards-developing organizations incorporate forward-looking weather projections into their guidelines, with particular focus through the Fire Research Center and the National Windstorm Impact Reduction Program. A working group led by the Office of Science and Technology Policy will coordinate across federal agencies to support the research needed to create and maintain this consistent set of meteorological information. The bill does not specify new funding amounts or implementation timelines, instead directing existing agencies and statutory authorities to carry out these coordination and dissemination responsibilities.
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