HR 13715 · 95th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications
National Weather Services Act
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EnactedLatest: Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.(1978-09-20)
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National Weather Services Act - Declares that the Secretary of Commerce, utilizing the National Weather Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, shall be responsible for collection of weather data and provision of weather related activities including specialized forecasting and the issuance of warnings for specified weather conditions. Authorizes the Secretary, in order to carry out this Act, to construct weather service facilities, operate environmental satellite systems, and coordinate weather service research. Authorizes the Secretary of Defense to provide meteorological services for support of the military. Directs the Secretary of State to provide general policy guidance and to undertake international negotiations with respect to this Act. Authorizes appropriations to carry out the provisions of this Act.…
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