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Integrated Ocean Observation System Reauthorization Act of 2025

Introduced
Jun 18, 2025
Cosponsors
7
Traction
0
Last Action
May 11, 2026

Bill Summary

Reauthorizes and funds the Integrated Ocean Observation System, which collects and shares data on the nation's oceans. This system helps track ocean health, weather, and other conditions.

Sponsored By

Roger F. Wicker
Republican · Mississippi · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Jun 18, 2025
  2. May 11, 2026You Are Here

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  3. TBD

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

  4. TBD

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

Why It Matters

The bill affects ocean researchers, scientists, and coastal communities by providing them with continued access to ocean data and research funding, which can inform decisions on marine conservation, fishing, and coastal protection.

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
8backers
  • Democratic4
  • Republican4
Cross-party cosponsors4 · 57%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (7)

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedJun 18, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 11, 2026
Latest ActionPlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 405.
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.