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H.R. 2431Became Law

National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2014

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What it doesSummary public law (Mar 6, 2014)

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on February 10, 2014. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Amends the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006 to specify that the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) Program's purpose shall be to better inform and provide for more timely decisionmaking to reduce drought related impacts and costs.

Revises NIDIS functions to require the NIDIS, among other things, to: (1) provide an effective drought early warning system consisting of certain information, forecasts, and assessments on both national and regional levels; (2) build upon existing forecasting and assessment programs and partnerships through designation of one or more cooperative institutes to assist with NIDIS functions; and (3) continue ongoing research and monitoring activities related to drought and the role of extreme weather events and climate variability in drought.

Requires the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere (who is also the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]) to report to Congress on the NIDIS Program.

Reauthorizes NIDIS through FY2018.

What just happenedMar 6, 2014

Became Public Law No: 113-86.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Hall, Ralph M. [R-TX-4](R-TX)Sponsor
2 cosponsors1 D1 R
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  • Enrolled Bill
  • Placed on Calendar SenateFeb 11, 2014
  • Engrossed in HouseFeb 10, 2014
  • Reported in HouseFeb 6, 2014
  • Introduced in HouseJun 19, 2013
  • Public LawMar 7, 2014
  1. Mar 6, 2014President

    Became Public Law No: 113-86.

  2. Mar 6, 2014BecameLaw36000

    Became Public Law No: 113-86.

  3. Mar 6, 2014President

    Signed by President.

  4. Mar 6, 2014BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  5. Feb 27, 2014Floor

    Presented to President.

  6. Feb 27, 2014President28000

    Presented to President.

  7. Feb 26, 2014Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  8. Feb 25, 2014Floor

    Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1132)

  9. Feb 25, 2014Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1132)

  10. Feb 11, 2014Calendars

    Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 307.

  11. Feb 10, 2014FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 365 - 21 (Roll no. 55). (text: CR H1691)

  12. Feb 10, 2014Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 365 - 21 (Roll no. 55).(text: CR H1691)

  13. Feb 10, 2014FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1697-1698)

  14. Feb 10, 2014FloorH37220

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  15. Feb 10, 2014FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2431.

  16. Feb 10, 2014FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1691-1693)

  17. Feb 10, 2014FloorH30300

    Mr. Hall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

  18. Feb 6, 2014CalendarsH12410

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 258.

  19. Feb 6, 2014CommitteeH12200

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 113-348.

  20. Feb 6, 2014Committee5000

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 113-348.

  21. Dec 5, 2013Committee

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

  22. Dec 5, 2013Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

  23. Sep 24, 2013Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment.

  24. Jun 19, 2013IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

  25. Jun 19, 2013IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  26. Jun 19, 2013IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Public LawMar 6, 201449

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on February 10, 2014. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Amends the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006 to specify that the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) Program's purpose shall be to better inform and provide for more timely decisionmaking to reduce drought related impacts and costs.

Revises NIDIS functions to require the NIDIS, among other things, to: (1) provide an effective drought early warning system consisting of certain information, forecasts, and assessments on both national and regional levels; (2) build upon existing forecasting and assessment programs and partnerships through designation of one or more cooperative institutes to assist with NIDIS functions; and (3) continue ongoing research and monitoring activities related to drought and the role of extreme weather events and climate variability in drought.

Requires the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere (who is also the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]) to report to Congress on the NIDIS Program.

Reauthorizes NIDIS through FY2018.

Passed Senate without amendmentFeb 25, 201482

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on February 10, 2014. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Amends the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006 to specify that the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) Program's purpose shall be to better inform and provide for more timely decisionmaking to reduce drought related impacts and costs.

Revises NIDIS functions to require the NIDIS, among other things, to: (1) provide an effective drought early warning system consisting of certain information, forecasts, and assessments on both national and regional levels; (2) build upon existing forecasting and assessment programs and partnerships through designation of one or more cooperative institutes to assist with NIDIS functions; and (3) continue ongoing research and monitoring activities related to drought and the role of extreme weather events and climate variability in drought.

Requires the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere (who is also the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]) to report to Congress on the NIDIS Program.

Reauthorizes NIDIS through FY2018.

Passed House amendedFeb 10, 201436

National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Amends the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006 to specify that the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) Program's purpose shall be to better inform and provide for more timely decisionmaking to reduce drought related impacts and costs.

Revises NIDIS functions to require the NIDIS, among other things, to: (1) provide an effective drought early warning system consisting of certain information, forecasts, and assessments on both national and regional levels; (2) build upon existing forecasting and assessment programs and partnerships through designation of one or more cooperative institutes to assist with NIDIS functions; and (3) continue ongoing research and monitoring activities related to drought and the role of extreme weather events and climate variability in drought.

Requires the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere (who is also the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]) to report to Congress on the NIDIS Program.

Reauthorizes NIDIS through FY2018.

Reported to House with amendment(s)Feb 6, 201417

National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2013 - Amends the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006 to specify that the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) Program's purpose shall be to better inform and provide for more timely decisionmaking to reduce drought related impacts and costs.

Revises NIDIS functions to require the NIDIS, among other things, to: (1) provide an effective drought early warning system consisting of certain information, forecasts, and assessments on both national and regional levels; (2) build upon existing forecasting and assessment programs and partnerships through designation of one or more cooperative institutes to assist with NIDIS functions; and (3) continue ongoing research and monitoring activities related to drought and the role of extreme weather events and climate variability in drought.

Requires the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere (who is also the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]) to report to Congress on the NIDIS Program.

Reauthorizes NIDIS through FY2018.

Introduced in HouseJun 19, 2013

National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2013 - Amends the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006 to specify that the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) Program's purpose shall be to better inform and provide for more timely decisionmaking to reduce drought related impacts and costs.

Revises NIDIS functions to require the NIDIS, among other things, to: (1) provide certain information, forecasts, and assessments described in the Act on both national and regional levels; (2) build upon existing forecasting and assessment programs and partnerships through designation of one or more cooperative institutes to assist with NIDIS functions; and (3) continue ongoing research and monitoring activities related to drought.

Requires the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere (who is also the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]) to report to Congress on the NIDIS Program.

Reauthorizes NIDIS through FY2018.

National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act of 2014 — Informed