H.R. 2294: To reauthorize the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act of 2009.
A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | House bill (H.R.) |
| Originating chamber | House |
| Introduced | 2025-03-24 |
| Sponsor | Rep. Ezell, Mike [R-MS-4] |
| Policy area | Public Lands and Natural Resources |
| Cosponsors | 20 |
| Latest action | 2026-03-17 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-23 |
Summary
Official summary (Reported to House, 2026-02-09):
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. The bill also directs the Interagency Ocean Observation Committee (which coordinates interagency planning, budgeting, and assessments for the system) to develop requirements and processes for regional offices and federally funded projects of the agencies of the committee to collaborate with the regional coastal observing systems for data sharing at regional levels.
Cosponsors (20)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Suzanne Bonamici | D OR (original cosponsor) 2025-03-24 |
| Randy K. Weber, Sr. | R TX (original cosponsor) 2025-03-24 |
| Debbie Dingell | D MI (original cosponsor) 2025-03-24 |
| Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen | R AS (original cosponsor) 2025-03-24 |
| Danny K. Davis | D IL (original cosponsor) 2025-03-24 |
| Josh Harder | D CA 2025-03-25 |
| Sean Casten | D IL 2025-03-25 |
| Ed Case | D HI 2025-03-25 |
| John H. Rutherford | R FL 2025-03-25 |
| Adam Smith | D WA 2025-03-25 |
| Daniel Webster | R FL 2025-03-25 |
| Mike Haridopolos | R FL 2025-03-31 |
| Jill N. Tokuda | D HI 2025-03-31 |
| Gabe Amo | D RI 2025-04-01 |
| Frank Pallone, Jr. | D NJ 2025-04-07 |
| Chellie Pingree | D ME 2025-04-28 |
| Haley M. Stevens | D MI 2025-04-28 |
| Kathy Castor | D FL 2025-04-30 |
| Sarah McBride | D DE 2025-05-06 |
| Nicholas J. Begich III | R AK 2025-05-13 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 2294 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is H.R. 2294?
H.R. 2294 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: To reauthorize the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act of 2009..
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 2294 are available on congress.gov.
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