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Read. Follow. Verify.Overview of the 2017 NOAA Budget Proposal
Record date · January 1, 2017
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What This Bill Does
This document is a transcript of a 2016 House Subcommittee hearing regarding the proposed 2017 budget for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The hearing focused on agency priorities, specifically improvements to weather forecasting technology and the expansion of the Office of Space Commerce.
The hearing reviews how federal funds are allocated to NOAA for the 2017 , which directly impacts the agency's ability to provide weather forecasting services and manage space commerce initiatives.
Who It Affects
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NOAA
The agency's operational budget and programmatic priorities for 2017 are determined by the outcome of this budget process.
General Public
The public relies on NOAA for weather forecasting services, which are subject to the funding levels discussed in the budget.
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on March 16, 2016, to review the NOAA budget request for Fiscal Year 2017.
- The budget proposal includes a requested funding increase for the Office of Space Commerce.
- The Subcommittee on Environment prioritized the discussion of weather prediction capabilities to improve public safety regarding severe weather.
- The hearing transcript includes opening statements from Subcommittee Chair Jim Bridenstine and Ranking Member Suzanne Bonamici.
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- The document includes an appendix with post-hearing questions answered by Dr. Kathryn Sullivan.
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Focus on Space Commerce
The budget proposal explicitly highlights an increase in funding for the Office of Space Commerce, indicating a shift toward prioritizing commercial space activities within NOAA.
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