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H.R. 2294 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026

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

H.R. 2294 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) has passed the house — introduced on Mar 24, 2025, sponsored by Mike Ezell with 25 co-sponsors.

During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Passed the House
Introduced
Mar 24, 2025
Co-sponsors
25
Policy area
Public Lands and Natural Resources

What it does

This bill reauthorizes and modifies the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Integrated Ocean Observation System (IOOS). (The IOOS is made up of radar, gliders, buoys, vessels, and different models and forecasts that collect data points to monitor and report on conditions along the nation's coasts and in marine waters.) Specifically, the bill reauthorizes the IOOS through FY2030.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Mike Ezell (R-MS). Co-sponsors: 19 Democrats, 6 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 24, 2025
  • Passed the HouseMar 16, 2026
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (Mar 17, 2026)

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