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BillHR 2294 · 119

To reauthorize the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act of 2009.

Introduced
Mar 24, 2025
Cosponsors
25
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 17, 2026

Bill Summary

Reauthorizes the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System, which is a program that monitors and tracks ocean and coastal conditions. Funds the continuation of this system to collect data on things like water temperature and sea levels.

Sponsored By

Mike Ezell
Republican · Mississippi · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 24, 2025
  5. Mar 17, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects coastal communities and industries like fishing and tourism by providing them with continued access to important data on ocean and coastal conditions. It also impacts scientists and researchers who rely on this data to study and understand the ocean and its effects on the environment.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
26backers
  • Democratic19
  • Republican7
Cross-party cosponsors19 · 76%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (25)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Commerce
IntroducedMar 24, 2025
Last UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.