Tsunami Warning, Research, and Education Act of 2025
Summary
The Tsunami Warning, Research, and Education Act of 2025 reauthorizes and amends the existing Tsunami Warning and Education Act. The bill aims to improve tsunami detection, forecasting, warning systems, and community preparedness. It emphasizes research, data management, and collaboration among various federal agencies and stakeholders.
Expected Effects
The Act will enhance the nation's ability to prepare for and respond to tsunamis by improving warning systems, research efforts, and community outreach. This includes updating inundation maps, evaluating alert level effectiveness, and improving NOAA Weather Radio coverage. The bill also focuses on data management and interagency collaboration.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced tsunami detection and forecasting capabilities.
- Improved tsunami warning systems and alert effectiveness.
- Increased community preparedness through education and outreach.
- Better data management and accessibility for research and mitigation.
- Strengthened collaboration among federal agencies and stakeholders.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with implementing the new requirements and programs.
- Possible delays in the standardization of products and procedures.
- The effectiveness of the updated alert system relies on community response and understanding.
- Dependence on interagency collaboration, which can be subject to bureaucratic challenges.
- Potential for increased regulatory burden on coastal communities.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's mandate to "provide for the common defence" and "promote the general Welfare" (Preamble). Specifically, it falls under Congress's power to regulate commerce (Article I, Section 8) by protecting coastal communities and infrastructure from natural disasters. The emphasis on research and data management also aligns with the promotion of science and useful arts.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).