House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Ranking Member Frank Lucas released the following statement on the National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act becoming law.
"America’s businesses, particularly farmers and ranchers, depend on accurate and timely weather forecasting. Yesterday the President signed a law to enhance our forecasting abilities and improve our understanding of drought indicators and drought impacts. The National Integrated Drought Information System Reauthorization Act will also do more to integrate the private commercial weather industry, prioritize high-performance computing technologies, and promote research and innovation in the next generation of weather satellites."