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HR 2431 — National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2014

Last action — Became Public Law No: 113-86.

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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced June 19, 2013. Enacted.

Summary

National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Amends the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006 to specify that the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) Program's purpose shall be to better inform and provide for more timely decisionmaking to reduce drought related impacts and costs. Revises NIDIS functions to require the NIDIS, among other things, to: (1) provide an effective drought early warning system consisting of certain information, forecasts, and assessments on both national and regional levels; (2) build upon existing forecasting and assessment programs and partnerships through designation of one or more cooperative institutes to assist with NIDIS functions; and (3) continue ongoing research and monitoring activities related to drought and the role of extreme weather events and climate variability in drought. Requires the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere (who is also the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]) to report to Congress on the NIDIS Program. Reauthorizes NIDIS through FY2018.

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Action History

  1. Became Public Law No: 113-86.

  2. Signed by President.

  3. Presented to President.

  4. Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  5. Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1132)

  6. Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 307.

  7. On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 365 - 21 (Roll no. 55). (text: CR H1691)

  8. Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1697-1698)

  9. At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  10. DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2431.

  11. Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1691-1693)

  12. Mr. Hall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

  13. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 258.

  14. Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 113-348.

  15. Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

  16. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

  17. Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment.

  18. Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 2431 do?
National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Amends the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006 to specify that the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) Program's purpose shall be to better inform and provide for more timely decisionmaking to reduce drought related impacts and costs. Revises NIDIS functions to require the NIDIS, among other things, to: (1) provide an effective drought early warning system consisting of certain information, forecasts, and assessments on both national and regional levels; (2) build upon existing forecasting and assessment programs and partnerships through designation of one or more cooperative institutes to assist with NIDIS functions; and (3) continue ongoing research and monitoring activities related to drought and the role of extreme weather events and climate variability in drought. Requires the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere (who is also the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]) to report to Congress on the NIDIS Program. Reauthorizes NIDIS through FY2018.
Who sponsors HR 2431?
HR 2431 is sponsored by Ralph Hall (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 2431?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced June 19, 2013. Enacted.
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