Radar Next Program Act of 2026
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsors
- 2
- Latest action
- Feb 5, 2026
What it does
The Radar Next Program Act of 2026 directs the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere, in consultation with the National Weather Service Director, to establish a program to replace the aging NEXRAD weather radar network with improved technology, including phased array radar and commercial solutions, while ensuring continued coverage across the U.S. and its territories. The bill requires development of a detailed implementation plan by September 30, 2040, including performance improvements, testbed evaluations, stakeholder input, prioritized deployment locations, and enhanced data for weather and water-related forecasts. It also authorizes partnerships with external entities…
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Where it stands
Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
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What moved
Who is involved
Sponsors
The lawmakers who put their names on it, lead sponsors first.
Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.